Jamkiri

Jamkiri is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.1km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Sonathali is the gram panchayat of Jamkiri village.

Here you can discover what makes Jamkiri unique in its vibrant Kashipur-Puruliya region. You’ll see Jamkiri’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Jamkiri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamkiri is 330723. The village spans a total geographical area of 299.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723130. R. N. Pur is nearest town to Jamkiri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.

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Population of Jamkiri

According to the 2011 Census, Jamkiri has a total population of about 905, with approximately 449 males and 456 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 505 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 315. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.54%, with male literacy at about 54.34% and female literacy near 32.89%. There are around 166 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamkiri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 905 449 456
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 119 69 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) 505 252 253
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 315 153 162
Literate Population 394 244 150
Illiterate Population 511 205 306

Connectivity of Jamkiri

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

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

Nearby Villages of Jamkiri

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jamkiri

Where is Jamkiri located?

Jamkiri village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Jamkiri?

The Gram Panchayat of Jamkiri is Sonathali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Jamkiri?

The pincode of Jamkiri is 723130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Jamkiri as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamkiri is 905, with 449 males and 456 females.

How many households are there in Jamkiri as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Jamkiri village has a total of 166 households.

What is the literacy rate in Jamkiri as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamkiri is 43.54%. The male literacy rate is 54.34%, while the female literacy rate is 32.89%.