New Jalda - Lormi, Mungeli
New Jalda is a village situated in the Lormi tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from Lormi and around 80 km from Bilaspur. Pendritalab serves as the Gram Panchayat for New Jalda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of New Jalda is 437901. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.36 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
New Jalda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of New Jalda
According to the 2011 Census, New Jalda village had a total population of 292 people, including 133 males and 159 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,195 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.98%, with male literacy at 58.82% and female literacy at 38.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 279.
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 | 292 | 133 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 126 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 60 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 73 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of New Jalda
New Jalda 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 New Jalda
New Jalda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of New Jalda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lormi to New Jalda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to New Jalda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in New Jalda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Jalda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in New Jalda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving New Jalda 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 New Jalda
Where is New Jalda located?
New Jalda village is located in Lormi Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of New Jalda?
The Gram Panchayat of New Jalda is Pendritalab.
What is the pincode of New Jalda?
The pincode of New Jalda is 495115.
What is the population of New Jalda?
New Jalda had a total population of 292, including 133 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in New Jalda?
New Jalda had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Jalda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Jalda was 47.98%. Male literacy was 58.82% and female literacy was 38.84%.