Jarakela - Lundra, Surguja
Jarakela is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Jarakela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarakela is 433430. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.68 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jarakela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarakela
As per Census 2011, Jarakela village has a total population of 479 people, consisting of 245 males and 234 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 231 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jarakela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 479 | 245 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 232 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 132 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 113 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Jarakela
Jarakela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barauli | North | 1.10 km |
| Gersa | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Rai Khurd | West | 2.61 km |
| Riri | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Jamdih | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Korandha | North | 3.11 km |
| Rai Kalan | West | 3.25 km |
| Kudkel | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Kudar | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Patradih | North-West | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jarakela
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jarakela. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambikapur to Jarakela is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarakela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarakela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jarakela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarakela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jarakela
Where is Jarakela located?
Jarakela village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarakela?
Jarakela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jarakela?
The pincode of Jarakela is 497101.
What is the population of Jarakela?
Jarakela has a total population of 479, including 245 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Jarakela?
There are 126 households in Jarakela.
What is the literacy rate in Jarakela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarakela is 48.23%. Male literacy is 53.88% and female literacy is 42.31%.