Jamdaha - Jamalpur, Purba Bardhaman
Jamdaha is a village situated in the Jamalpur subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from Jamalpur. Berugram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamdaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamdaha is 320613. The village covers a total geographical area of 391.25 hectares and falls under the 713408 pincode. Burdwan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jamdaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamdaha
As per Census 2011, Jamdaha village has a total population of 2,421 people, consisting of 1,245 males and 1,176 females. The village has 552 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,632 literate and 789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,690 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamdaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,421 | 1,245 | 1,176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 144 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,690 | 863 | 827 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 73 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 1,632 | 899 | 733 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 346 | 443 |
Nearby Villages of Jamdaha
Jamdaha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Haibatpur | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Palla | North | 1.73 km |
| Chak Shanjadi | West | 1.74 km |
| Chalbalpur | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Kanakpur | South | 2.09 km |
| Bharpota | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Shambhupur | West | 3.07 km |
| Mamudpur | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Chanchal | East | 3.21 km |
| Sadipur | South | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamdaha
Jamdaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chanchai, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Burdwan to Jamdaha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamdaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamdaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamdaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamdaha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamdaha
Where is Jamdaha located?
Jamdaha village is located in Jamalpur Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamdaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamdaha is Berugram.
What is the pincode of Jamdaha?
The pincode of Jamdaha is 713408.
What is the population of Jamdaha?
Jamdaha has a total population of 2,421, including 1,245 males and 1,176 females.
How many households are there in Jamdaha?
There are 552 households in Jamdaha.
What is the literacy rate in Jamdaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamdaha is 67.41%. Male literacy is 72.21% and female literacy is 62.33%.