Jalpahi - Bhograi, Balasore
Jalpahi is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Bhograi and around 73 km from Baleshwar. Sunadharbasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalpahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalpahi is 391655. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Jalpahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalpahi
According to the 2011 Census, Jalpahi village had a total population of 266 people, including 145 males and 121 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 834 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.74%, with male literacy at 95.49% and female literacy at 93.86%.
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 | 266 | 145 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 127 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 18 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Jalpahi
Jalpahi 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 Jalpahi
Jalpahi 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 Jaleswar to Jalpahi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Jalpahi is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalpahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalpahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jalpahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalpahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jalpahi
Where is Jalpahi located?
Jalpahi village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalpahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalpahi is Sunadharbasan.
What is the pincode of Jalpahi?
The pincode of Jalpahi is 756036.
What is the population of Jalpahi?
Jalpahi had a total population of 266, including 145 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Jalpahi?
Jalpahi had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalpahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalpahi was 94.74%. Male literacy was 95.49% and female literacy was 93.86%.