Jodatarai - Gidam, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Jodatarai is a village situated in the Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Geedam and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Jodatarai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jodatarai is 450180. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.04 hectares and falls under the 494441 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jodatarai 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 Jodatarai
As per Census 2011, Jodatarai village has a total population of 808 people, consisting of 378 males and 430 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 1,137 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 218 literate and 590 illiterate residents. Additionally, 776 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jodatarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 808 | 378 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 73 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 776 | 360 | 416 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 132 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 246 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Jodatarai
Jodatarai 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 Jodatarai
Public transport in the Jodatarai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bade Bacheli to Jodatarai is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Jodatarai is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jodatarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jodatarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jodatarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jodatarai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jodatarai
Where is Jodatarai located?
Jodatarai village is located in Gidam Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jodatarai?
Jodatarai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jodatarai?
The pincode of Jodatarai is 494441.
What is the population of Jodatarai?
Jodatarai has a total population of 808, including 378 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Jodatarai?
There are 170 households in Jodatarai.
What is the literacy rate in Jodatarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jodatarai is 26.98%. Male literacy is 34.92% and female literacy is 20.00%.