Japodi - Gidam, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Japodi is a village situated in the Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Geedam and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Budpadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Japodi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Japodi is 450168. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.06 hectares and falls under the 494449 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Japodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Japodi
According to the 2011 Census, Japodi village had a total population of 85 people, including 53 males and 32 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 604 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.76%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 21.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 85 | 53 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 13 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 36 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 17 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Japodi
Japodi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samlur | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Kasoli | North | 4.12 km |
| Badesurokhi | West | 4.80 km |
| Siyanar | South-West | 5.01 km |
| Kutulnar | South | 5.31 km |
| Mofalnar | North-West | 5.74 km |
| Gutoli | North-West | 5.80 km |
| Surokhi | West | 6.25 km |
| Ronje | North-East | 6.50 km |
| Binjam | South | 6.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Japodi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Japodi. The nearest railway station is Dantewara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bade Bacheli to Japodi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Japodi is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Japodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Japodi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Japodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Japodi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Japodi
Where is Japodi located?
Japodi village is located in Gidam Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Japodi?
The Gram Panchayat of Japodi is Budpadar.
What is the pincode of Japodi?
The pincode of Japodi is 494449.
What is the population of Japodi?
Japodi had a total population of 85, including 53 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Japodi?
Japodi had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Japodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Japodi was 61.76%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 21.43%.