Joranda Jharia - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Joranda Jharia is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 133 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Jorandajhariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joranda Jharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joranda Jharia is 434177. The village covers a total geographical area of 812.76 hectares and falls under the 496245 pincode. Farsabahar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Joranda Jharia 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 Joranda Jharia
As per Census 2011, Joranda Jharia village has a total population of 1,381 people, consisting of 686 males and 695 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 748 literate and 633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 609 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joranda Jharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,381 | 686 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 83 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 609 | 298 | 311 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 432 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 254 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Joranda Jharia
Joranda Jharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhelwan | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Hathibed | West | 3.17 km |
| Matipahar (chharra) | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Dandbandhi | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Jamtoli | North-West | 5.15 km |
| Brahmanmara | South-East | 5.16 km |
| Kulharbuda | West | 5.27 km |
| Tikli Baro Para | North-East | 5.57 km |
| Thutipipal | East | 5.64 km |
| Mauhadih | North | 6.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Joranda Jharia
Joranda Jharia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ibh2, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.3 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 Farsabahar to Joranda Jharia is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Joranda Jharia is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joranda Jharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joranda Jharia 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 Joranda Jharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joranda Jharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Joranda Jharia
Where is Joranda Jharia located?
Joranda Jharia village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joranda Jharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Joranda Jharia is Jorandajhariya.
What is the pincode of Joranda Jharia?
The pincode of Joranda Jharia is 496245.
What is the population of Joranda Jharia?
Joranda Jharia has a total population of 1,381, including 686 males and 695 females.
How many households are there in Joranda Jharia?
There are 289 households in Joranda Jharia.
What is the literacy rate in Joranda Jharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joranda Jharia is 54.16%. Male literacy is 62.97% and female literacy is 45.47%.