Jhar Muda Village - Pithora, Mahasamund
Jhar Muda is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Baitari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhar Muda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhar Muda is 446405. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.82 hectares and falls under the 493555 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Jhar Muda 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 Jhar Muda
As per Census 2011, Jhar Muda village has a total population of 419 people, consisting of 200 males and 219 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,095 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 224 literate and 195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 189 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhar Muda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 419 | 200 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 35 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 93 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 115 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 85 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Jhar Muda
Jhar Muda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jadamuda | West | 1.77 km |
| Baitari | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Saisaraipali | South | 1.97 km |
| Deotarai | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Jogidadar | East | 2.03 km |
| Patharla | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Arangi | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Tala | West | 3.03 km |
| Lawamauha (lawamauta) | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Rajpalpur | North | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhar Muda
Jhar Muda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagbahra, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 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 Bagbahara to Jhar Muda is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Jhar Muda is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhar Muda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhar Muda 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhar Muda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhar Muda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhar Muda
Where is Jhar Muda located?
Jhar Muda village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhar Muda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhar Muda is Baitari.
What is the pincode of Jhar Muda?
The pincode of Jhar Muda is 493555.
What is the population of Jhar Muda?
Jhar Muda has a total population of 419, including 200 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Jhar Muda?
There are 119 households in Jhar Muda.
What is the literacy rate in Jhar Muda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhar Muda is 53.46%. Male literacy is 57.50% and female literacy is 49.77%.