Jamna - Manteswar, Purba Bardhaman
Jamna is a village situated in the Manteswar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.9 km from Manteswar. Jamna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamna is 319720. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.51 hectares and falls under the 713422 pincode. Memari is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jamna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Monteswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamna
As per Census 2011, Jamna village has a total population of 1,173 people, consisting of 590 males and 583 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 893 literate and 280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 735 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,173 | 590 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 50 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 735 | 371 | 364 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 893 | 490 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 100 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Jamna
Jamna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishnupur Chak | South-West | 0.89 km |
| Isnabuzruk | West | 0.98 km |
| Dheur Chanda | North | 1.50 km |
| Debpur | East | 1.80 km |
| Dewani | South | 2.19 km |
| Piplan | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Katsihi | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Daluipur | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Mamudpur | North | 2.62 km |
| Barandala | East | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamna
Jamna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandaigram Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Memari to Jamna is about 25 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 Jamna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamna
Where is Jamna located?
Jamna village is located in Manteswar Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamna?
Jamna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamna?
The pincode of Jamna is 713422.
What is the population of Jamna?
Jamna has a total population of 1,173, including 590 males and 583 females.
How many households are there in Jamna?
There are 277 households in Jamna.
What is the literacy rate in Jamna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamna is 76.13%. Male literacy is 83.05% and female literacy is 69.13%.