Jhadsimulia - Bhograi, Balasore
Jhadsimulia is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Bhograi and around 80 km from Baleshwar. Saharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhadsimulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhadsimulia is 391617. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Jhadsimulia 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 Jhadsimulia
As per Census 2011, Jhadsimulia village has a total population of 580 people, consisting of 314 males and 266 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 436 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhadsimulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 580 | 314 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 264 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 50 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Jhadsimulia
Jhadsimulia 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 Jhadsimulia
Jhadsimulia 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Jhadsimulia is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Jhadsimulia is about 80 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 Jhadsimulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhadsimulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhadsimulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhadsimulia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhadsimulia
Where is Jhadsimulia located?
Jhadsimulia village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhadsimulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhadsimulia is Saharia.
What is the pincode of Jhadsimulia?
The pincode of Jhadsimulia is 756036.
What is the population of Jhadsimulia?
Jhadsimulia has a total population of 580, including 314 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Jhadsimulia?
There are 127 households in Jhadsimulia.
What is the literacy rate in Jhadsimulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhadsimulia is 75.17%. Male literacy is 84.08% and female literacy is 64.66%.