Jhola - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Jhola is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Baanki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhola is 439218. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.86 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Jhola 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 Jhola
According to the 2011 Census, Jhola village had a total population of 72 people, including 40 males and 32 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.17%, with male literacy at 58.06% and female literacy at 31.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 18 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 22 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Jhola
Jhola 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 Jhola
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jhola.
| 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 Bodla to Jhola is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Jhola 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 Jhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhola 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhola 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhola
Where is Jhola located?
Jhola village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhola is Baanki.
What is the pincode of Jhola?
The pincode of Jhola is 491995.
What is the population of Jhola?
Jhola had a total population of 72, including 40 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Jhola?
Jhola had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhola was 47.17%. Male literacy was 58.06% and female literacy was 31.82%.