Jharmunda - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Jharmunda is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Jhharmunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharmunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharmunda is 434184. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.2 hectares and falls under the 496245 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Jharmunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jharmunda
As per Census 2011, Jharmunda village has a total population of 952 people, consisting of 485 males and 467 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 577 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 359 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharmunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 952 | 485 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 188 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 337 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 148 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Jharmunda
Jharmunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pharadbahar | West | 1.82 km |
| Ankira | South | 2.47 km |
| Bhejari Dand | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Garighat | North | 3.44 km |
| Saraitoli | West | 3.48 km |
| Daltoli | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Baro | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Mundadih | North | 4.15 km |
| Tumla | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Babusajbahar | South-East | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jharmunda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jharmunda. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathalgaon to Jharmunda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Jharmunda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharmunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jharmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharmunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jharmunda
Where is Jharmunda located?
Jharmunda village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharmunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharmunda is Jhharmunda.
What is the pincode of Jharmunda?
The pincode of Jharmunda is 496245.
What is the population of Jharmunda?
Jharmunda has a total population of 952, including 485 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Jharmunda?
There are 240 households in Jharmunda.
What is the literacy rate in Jharmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharmunda is 60.61%. Male literacy is 69.48% and female literacy is 51.39%.