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
According to the 2011 Census, Jodatarai village had a total population of 808 people, including 378 males and 430 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.20%, with male literacy at 43.28% and female literacy at 23.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 776.
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 | 808 | 378 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 73 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 808, including 378 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Jodatarai?
Jodatarai had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jodatarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jodatarai was 32.20%. Male literacy was 43.28% and female literacy was 23.12%.