Jalkot Village - Basna, Mahasamund
Jalkot is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Pousara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalkot is 445762. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.1 hectares and falls under the 493554 pincode. Basna is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jalkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalkot
As per Census 2011, Jalkot village has a total population of 282 people, consisting of 135 males and 147 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalkot are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 282 | 135 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 112 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 23 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Jalkot
Jalkot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhathori | South-West | 0.90 km |
| Pathiapali | North | 1.20 km |
| Pounsra | East | 1.32 km |
| Habekanta | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Parrapat (pandrapat) | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Chhotetemri | South | 1.86 km |
| Khawaspali | North | 2.16 km |
| Bitangipali | West | 2.19 km |
| Khurapali | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Jogipali | North-East | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jalkot
Jalkot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.2 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 Basna to Jalkot is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Jalkot is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jalkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalkot 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jalkot
Where is Jalkot located?
Jalkot village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalkot is Pousara.
What is the pincode of Jalkot?
The pincode of Jalkot is 493554.
What is the population of Jalkot?
Jalkot has a total population of 282, including 135 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Jalkot?
There are 77 households in Jalkot.
What is the literacy rate in Jalkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalkot is 70.57%. Male literacy is 82.96% and female literacy is 59.18%.