Jhandi - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Jhandi is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Bandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhandi is 439463. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.61 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Kawardha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jhandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhandi
According to the 2011 Census, Jhandi village had a total population of 380 people, including 197 males and 183 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.59%, with male literacy at 61.49% and female literacy at 49.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 380 | 197 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 66 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 91 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 106 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Jhandi
Jhandi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jhandi
Jhandi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Kawardha to Jhandi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhandi 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 Jhandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhandi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhandi
Where is Jhandi located?
Jhandi village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhandi is Bandha.
What is the pincode of Jhandi?
The pincode of Jhandi is 491995.
What is the population of Jhandi?
Jhandi had a total population of 380, including 197 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Jhandi?
Jhandi had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhandi was 55.59%. Male literacy was 61.49% and female literacy was 49.66%.