Jamira - Garbeta - II, Paschim Medinipur
Jamira is a village situated in the Garbeta - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Sarboth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamira is 336594. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.92 hectares and falls under the 721157 pincode. Amlagara is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Jamira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garbeta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamira
According to the 2011 Census, Jamira village had a total population of 309 people, including 158 males and 151 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.03%, with male literacy at 87.02% and female literacy at 69.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 309 | 158 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 64 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 114 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 44 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Jamira
Jamira is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jamira
Jamira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amlagara to Jamira is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamira
Where is Jamira located?
Jamira village is located in Garbeta - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jamira?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamira is Sarboth.
What is the pincode of Jamira?
The pincode of Jamira is 721157.
What is the population of Jamira?
Jamira had a total population of 309, including 158 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Jamira?
Jamira had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamira was 78.03%. Male literacy was 87.02% and female literacy was 69.17%.