Jamkhunta - Saintala, Balangir
Jamkhunta is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Dharapgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamkhunta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamkhunta is 421155. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Jamkhunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamkhunta
As per Census 2011, Jamkhunta village has a total population of 536 people, consisting of 283 males and 253 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 267 literate and 269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamkhunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 536 | 283 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 178 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 105 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Jamkhunta
Jamkhunta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Penderamal | North | 1.47 km |
| Gandapatrapali | East | 2.18 km |
| Makri | South | 2.52 km |
| Phapsi | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Dharapgarh | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Karamtula | North | 3.42 km |
| Kumbhekela | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Bhatasar | East | 3.51 km |
| Kusmel | West | 3.55 km |
| Chhanchhada | North-West | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamkhunta
Jamkhunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badmal, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.7 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Jamkhunta is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Jamkhunta is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamkhunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamkhunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamkhunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamkhunta 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 Jamkhunta
Where is Jamkhunta located?
Jamkhunta village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamkhunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamkhunta is Dharapgarh.
What is the pincode of Jamkhunta?
The pincode of Jamkhunta is 767032.
What is the population of Jamkhunta?
Jamkhunta has a total population of 536, including 283 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Jamkhunta?
There are 153 households in Jamkhunta.
What is the literacy rate in Jamkhunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamkhunta is 49.81%. Male literacy is 62.90% and female literacy is 35.18%.