Jamkunda

Jamkunda is a village located in Midnapore subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Midnapore are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jamkunda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Panchkhuri Ii is the gram panchayat of Jamkunda village.

Jamkunda has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jamkunda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamkunda is 339374. The village spans a total geographical area of 346.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721305. Medinipur is nearest town to Jamkunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

When it comes to local governance, Jamkunda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kharagpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Medinipur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Jamkunda

Below is a concise population overview of Jamkunda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,870 1,446 1,424
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 392 207 185
Scheduled Castes (SC) 174 83 91
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 662 331 331
Literate Population 1,701 951 750
Illiterate Population 1,169 495 674

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jamkunda village:

  • The total population of Jamkunda village is around 2,870, including approximately 1,446 males and 1,424 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 392 children aged 0–6 years in Jamkunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jamkunda village has 174 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 662 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jamkunda village is about 59.27%, with male literacy at 65.77% and female literacy at 52.67%.
  • There are around 611 households in Jamkunda village.

Connectivity of Jamkunda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamkunda. As per the 2011 stats, Jamkunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jamkunda

Knowing the nearby villages of Jamkunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamkunda.

Frequently Asked Questions about Jamkunda

Where is Jamkunda located?
Jamkunda village is situated in Midnapore Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamkunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamkunda is Panchkhuri Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jamkunda?
The pincode of Jamkunda is 721305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jamkunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamkunda is 2,870, with 1,446 males and 1,424 females.
How many households are there in Jamkunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jamkunda village has a total of 611 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamkunda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamkunda is 59.27%. The male literacy rate is 65.77%, while the female literacy rate is 52.67%.