Joshilamti - Kumarda, Rajnandgaon
Joshilamti is a village situated in the Kumarda tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Chhuriya and around 48 km from Rajnandgaon. Joshilamti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joshilamti is 440986. The village covers a total geographical area of 494.26 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Dongargaon is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Joshilamti 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 Joshilamti
As per Census 2011, Joshilamti village has a total population of 1,488 people, consisting of 690 males and 798 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 1,156 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 964 literate and 524 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joshilamti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,488 | 690 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 100 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 27 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 67 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 964 | 496 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 194 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Joshilamti
Joshilamti 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 Joshilamti
Joshilamti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dongargaon to Joshilamti is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Joshilamti is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joshilamti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joshilamti 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 Joshilamti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joshilamti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Joshilamti
Where is Joshilamti located?
Joshilamti village is located in Kumarda Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joshilamti?
Joshilamti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Joshilamti?
The pincode of Joshilamti is 491558.
What is the population of Joshilamti?
Joshilamti has a total population of 1,488, including 690 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Joshilamti?
There are 309 households in Joshilamti.
What is the literacy rate in Joshilamti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joshilamti is 64.78%. Male literacy is 71.88% and female literacy is 58.65%.