Jhapla - Kolebira, Simdega
Jhapla is a village situated in the Kolebira subdivision of Simdega district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolebira and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Simdega. Tutikel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhapla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhapla is 376625. The village covers a total geographical area of 873 hectares and falls under the 835211 pincode.
Jhapla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhapla
As per Census 2011, Jhapla village has a total population of 1,221 people, consisting of 615 males and 606 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 588 literate and 633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhapla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,221 | 615 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 105 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,125 | 567 | 558 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 311 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 304 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Jhapla
Jhapla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sardha Toli | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Sokorla | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Kolomdega | South | 3.41 km |
| Dom Toli | West | 4.35 km |
| Patiamba | East | 4.39 km |
| Baldega | South | 4.64 km |
| Konmerla | South-West | 4.84 km |
| Aidega | East | 4.99 km |
| Tutikel | North | 5.04 km |
| Pogloya | North-East | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhapla
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jhapla. The nearest railway station is Barbera, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Simdega to Jhapla is about 49 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 Jhapla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhapla 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhapla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhapla 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhapla
Where is Jhapla located?
Jhapla village is located in Kolebira Subdivision, Simdega district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhapla?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhapla is Tutikel.
What is the pincode of Jhapla?
The pincode of Jhapla is 835211.
What is the population of Jhapla?
Jhapla has a total population of 1,221, including 615 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Jhapla?
There are 203 households in Jhapla.
What is the literacy rate in Jhapla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhapla is 48.16%. Male literacy is 50.57% and female literacy is 45.71%.