Jangalpur - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Jangalpur is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Sitakasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jangalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jangalpur is 440950. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.67 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jangalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jangalpur
As per Census 2011, Jangalpur village has a total population of 606 people, consisting of 294 males and 312 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 386 literate and 220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 287 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jangalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 606 | 294 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 134 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 212 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 82 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Jangalpur
Jangalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhita Kasa | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Pandri Pathra | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Salhe Tola | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Bairagi Bhendi | North | 2.24 km |
| Gahirabhedi | East | 2.27 km |
| Kolihalamti | South | 3.41 km |
| Gainda Tola | South | 3.44 km |
| Datrenga Tola | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Matekheda | West | 3.69 km |
| Jhala Tola | North-East | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jangalpur
Jangalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.4 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 Chhuria to Jangalpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Jangalpur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jangalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jangalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jangalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jangalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jangalpur
Where is Jangalpur located?
Jangalpur village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jangalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jangalpur is Sitakasa.
What is the pincode of Jangalpur?
The pincode of Jangalpur is 491558.
What is the population of Jangalpur?
Jangalpur has a total population of 606, including 294 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Jangalpur?
There are 108 households in Jangalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jangalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jangalpur is 63.70%. Male literacy is 72.11% and female literacy is 55.77%.