Jabeli - Kuakonda, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Jabeli is a village situated in the Kuakonda tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kuwakonda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Jabeli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jabeli is 450276. The village covers a total geographical area of 1597.71 hectares and falls under the 494552 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jabeli 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 Jabeli
As per Census 2011, Jabeli village has a total population of 1,084 people, consisting of 545 males and 539 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 950 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,073 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jabeli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,084 | 545 | 539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 86 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,073 | 541 | 532 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 115 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 950 | 430 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Jabeli
Jabeli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barrem | South | 3.26 km |
| Arbe | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Rewali | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Sameli | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Fulpad | North-East | 5.56 km |
| Nilawaya | South | 5.66 km |
| Madenda | South-West | 5.73 km |
| Palnar | North | 6.21 km |
| Chirmur | South-East | 6.33 km |
| Paria | East | 7.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jabeli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jabeli. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dantewada to Jabeli is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jabeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jabeli 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jabeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jabeli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jabeli
Where is Jabeli located?
Jabeli village is located in Kuakonda Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jabeli?
Jabeli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jabeli?
The pincode of Jabeli is 494552.
What is the population of Jabeli?
Jabeli has a total population of 1,084, including 545 males and 539 females.
How many households are there in Jabeli?
There are 255 households in Jabeli.
What is the literacy rate in Jabeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jabeli is 12.36%. Male literacy is 21.10% and female literacy is 3.53%.