Jampadar - Muribahal, Balangir
Jampadar is a village situated in the Muribahal tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Saintala and around 55 km from Balangir. Chalki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jampadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jampadar is 421045. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jampadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantabanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jampadar
According to the 2011 Census, Jampadar village had a total population of 361 people, including 173 males and 188 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.20%, with male literacy at 90.14% and female literacy at 58.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 361 | 173 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 128 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 45 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Jampadar
Jampadar 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 Jampadar
Jampadar 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 >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 Jampadar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Jampadar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jampadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jampadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jampadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jampadar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jampadar
Where is Jampadar located?
Jampadar village is located in Muribahal Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jampadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jampadar is Chalki.
What is the pincode of Jampadar?
The pincode of Jampadar is 767032.
What is the population of Jampadar?
Jampadar had a total population of 361, including 173 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Jampadar?
Jampadar had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jampadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jampadar was 73.20%. Male literacy was 90.14% and female literacy was 58.54%.