Jharbahali - Saintala, Balangir
Jharbahali is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Jhinkidunguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharbahali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharbahali is 421046. The village covers a total geographical area of 359 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Jharbahali 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 Jharbahali
According to the 2011 Census, Jharbahali village had a total population of 999 people, including 532 males and 467 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.52%, with male literacy at 69.56% and female literacy at 35.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 170.
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 | 999 | 532 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 82 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 113 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 93 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 313 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 219 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Jharbahali
Jharbahali 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 Jharbahali
Jharbahali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kantabanji to Jharbahali is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Jharbahali is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharbahali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharbahali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jharbahali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharbahali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jharbahali
Where is Jharbahali located?
Jharbahali village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharbahali?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharbahali is Jhinkidunguri.
What is the pincode of Jharbahali?
The pincode of Jharbahali is 767032.
What is the population of Jharbahali?
Jharbahali had a total population of 999, including 532 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Jharbahali?
Jharbahali had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jharbahali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharbahali was 53.52%. Male literacy was 69.56% and female literacy was 35.57%.