Jihakodta

Jihakodta is a village located in Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Katekalyan (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Chhotegudra is the gram panchayat of Jihakodta village.

Jihakodta has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jihakodta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jihakodta is 450214. The village spans a total geographical area of 799.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494552. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Jihakodta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.

When it comes to local governance, Jihakodta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Jihakodta

Below is a concise population overview of Jihakodta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 414 199 215
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 88 42 46
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 414 199 215
Literate Population 47 39 8
Illiterate Population 367 160 207

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jihakodta village:

  • The total population of Jihakodta village is around 414, including approximately 199 males and 215 females, with a sex ratio of 1080 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 88 children aged 0–6 years in Jihakodta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jihakodta village has 414 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jihakodta village is about 11.35%, with male literacy at 19.60% and female literacy at 3.72%.
  • There are around 72 households in Jihakodta village.

Connectivity of Jihakodta

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

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

Nearby Villages of Jihakodta

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

Badegudra Chhotegudra Atepal Tetam Telam Tumakpal Gudase Nadenar Parcheli Munaga Chikpal

Frequently Asked Questions about Jihakodta

Where is Jihakodta located?
Jihakodta village is situated in Katekalyan Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jihakodta?
The Gram Panchayat of Jihakodta is Chhotegudra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jihakodta?
The pincode of Jihakodta is 494552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jihakodta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jihakodta is 414, with 199 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Jihakodta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jihakodta village has a total of 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jihakodta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jihakodta is 11.35%. The male literacy rate is 19.60%, while the female literacy rate is 3.72%.