Jhankripali - Belpara, Balangir
Jhankripali is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Bagdor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhankripali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhankripali is 420926. The village covers a total geographical area of 330 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jhankripali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhankripali
As per Census 2011, Jhankripali village has a total population of 1,258 people, consisting of 625 males and 633 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 546 literate and 712 illiterate residents. Additionally, 389 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 509 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhankripali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,258 | 625 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 97 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 389 | 204 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 509 | 246 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 362 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 263 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Jhankripali
Jhankripali 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 Jhankripali
Jhankripali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kantabanji to Jhankripali is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Jhankripali is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhankripali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhankripali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhankripali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhankripali 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 Jhankripali
Where is Jhankripali located?
Jhankripali village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhankripali?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhankripali is Bagdor.
What is the pincode of Jhankripali?
The pincode of Jhankripali is 767026.
What is the population of Jhankripali?
Jhankripali has a total population of 1,258, including 625 males and 633 females.
How many households are there in Jhankripali?
There are 265 households in Jhankripali.
What is the literacy rate in Jhankripali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhankripali is 43.40%. Male literacy is 57.92% and female literacy is 29.07%.