Janhimunda - Athmallik, Angul
Janhimunda is a village situated in the Athmallik tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Athmallik and around 105 km from Anugul . Lunahandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janhimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janhimunda is 404813. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 759125 pincode. Athamallik is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Janhimunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athmallik Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janhimunda
According to the 2011 Census, Janhimunda village had a total population of 824 people, including 417 males and 407 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.12%, with male literacy at 74.73% and female literacy at 53.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 182.
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 | 824 | 417 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 92 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 275 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 142 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Janhimunda
Janhimunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tentheipali | East | 1.13 km |
| Tainsar | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Siarinali | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Dhusarapada | South | 1.44 km |
| Telinali | West | 1.71 km |
| Kundanali | North | 1.94 km |
| Hinsei | East | 2.14 km |
| Laupal | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Manapur | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Kanhupur | North-East | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Janhimunda
Public transport in the Janhimunda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bamur, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.1 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athamallik to Janhimunda is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Janhimunda is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janhimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janhimunda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Janhimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janhimunda 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 Janhimunda
Where is Janhimunda located?
Janhimunda village is located in Athmallik Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Janhimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Janhimunda is Lunahandi.
What is the pincode of Janhimunda?
The pincode of Janhimunda is 759125.
What is the population of Janhimunda?
Janhimunda had a total population of 824, including 417 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Janhimunda?
Janhimunda had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janhimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janhimunda was 64.12%. Male literacy was 74.73% and female literacy was 53.42%.