Jamtaria - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Jamtaria is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27 km from Manbazar and around 71 km from Purulia. Bargoria-jamtoria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamtaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamtaria is 332321. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.98 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Jamtaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamtaria
As per Census 2011, Jamtaria village has a total population of 1,813 people, consisting of 914 males and 899 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,116 literate and 697 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,160 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamtaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,813 | 914 | 899 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 105 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,160 | 578 | 582 |
| Literate Population | 1,116 | 658 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 697 | 256 | 441 |
Nearby Villages of Jamtaria
Jamtaria 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 Jamtaria
Jamtaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Jamtaria is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Jamtaria is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamtaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamtaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamtaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamtaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamtaria
Where is Jamtaria located?
Jamtaria village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamtaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamtaria is Bargoria-jamtoria.
What is the pincode of Jamtaria?
The pincode of Jamtaria is 723131.
What is the population of Jamtaria?
Jamtaria has a total population of 1,813, including 914 males and 899 females.
How many households are there in Jamtaria?
There are 364 households in Jamtaria.
What is the literacy rate in Jamtaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamtaria is 61.56%. Male literacy is 71.99% and female literacy is 50.95%.