Jawalpur - Baloda, Janjgir-Champa
Jawalpur is a village situated in the Baloda tehsil of Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Baloda and around 15 km from Janjgir. Javalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jawalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawalpur is 436713. The village covers a total geographical area of 1119.96 hectares and falls under the 495559 pincode. Baloda is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jawalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akaltara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jawalpur
As per Census 2011, Jawalpur village has a total population of 3,649 people, consisting of 1,791 males and 1,858 females. The village has 896 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 527 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,423 literate and 1,226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 590 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 176 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jawalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,649 | 1,791 | 1,858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 527 | 254 | 273 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 590 | 279 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 91 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 2,423 | 1,369 | 1,054 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,226 | 422 | 804 |
Nearby Villages of Jawalpur
Jawalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhapeli | West | 2.17 km |
| Belandiyadih | North | 2.26 km |
| Dahkoni | East | 3.01 km |
| Bhaisatara(ma.gu.) | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Jhharradih | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Rasauta | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Hardi | South | 3.39 km |
| Jarwe | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Buchihardi | West | 4.17 km |
| Bhilai | North | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jawalpur
Jawalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kapan, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baloda to Jawalpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Janjgir to Jawalpur is about 15 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 Jawalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jawalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jawalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jawalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jawalpur
Where is Jawalpur located?
Jawalpur village is located in Baloda Tehsil, Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jawalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jawalpur is Javalpur.
What is the pincode of Jawalpur?
The pincode of Jawalpur is 495559.
What is the population of Jawalpur?
Jawalpur has a total population of 3,649, including 1,791 males and 1,858 females.
How many households are there in Jawalpur?
There are 896 households in Jawalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jawalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawalpur is 66.40%. Male literacy is 76.44% and female literacy is 56.73%.