Jalke - Pasan, Korba
Jalke is a village situated in the Pasan tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 57 km from Poundi-uproda and around 110 km from Korba. Jalke village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalke is 435993. The village covers a total geographical area of 2937.29 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Jalke village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalke
As per Census 2011, Jalke village has a total population of 3,370 people, consisting of 1,683 males and 1,687 females. The village has 699 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 594 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,359 literate and 2,011 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,950 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalke are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,370 | 1,683 | 1,687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 594 | 293 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,950 | 1,470 | 1,480 |
| Literate Population | 1,359 | 806 | 553 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,011 | 877 | 1,134 |
Nearby Villages of Jalke
Jalke 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pangawa | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Tnera | South | 5.16 km |
| Sarma | South-East | 5.47 km |
| Pipariya | North | 5.80 km |
| Amali Bahra | West | 7.19 km |
| Kulhariya | North-East | 7.19 km |
| Sukhrital | South-East | 7.43 km |
| Pali | North-East | 7.49 km |
| Korbi | East | 8.35 km |
| Kodgar | North | 8.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jalke
Jalke is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chirmiri, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.2 km.
| 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 Katghora to Jalke is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Jalke is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalke
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalke village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jalke
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalke 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 Jalke
Where is Jalke located?
Jalke village is located in Pasan Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalke?
Jalke is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalke?
The pincode of Jalke is 495448.
What is the population of Jalke?
Jalke has a total population of 3,370, including 1,683 males and 1,687 females.
How many households are there in Jalke?
There are 699 households in Jalke.
What is the literacy rate in Jalke?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalke is 40.33%. Male literacy is 47.89% and female literacy is 32.78%.