Jhatibani - Bhograi, Balasore
Jhatibani is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Bhograi and around 75 km from Baleshwar. Jalsoharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhatibani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhatibani is 391686. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 756039 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Jhatibani 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 Jhatibani
As per Census 2011, Jhatibani village has a total population of 173 people, consisting of 89 males and 84 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 141 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhatibani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 79 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 10 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Jhatibani
Jhatibani 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 Jhatibani
Public transport in the Jhatibani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jhatibani is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Jhatibani is about 75 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 Jhatibani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhatibani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhatibani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhatibani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhatibani
Where is Jhatibani located?
Jhatibani village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhatibani?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhatibani is Jalsoharia.
What is the pincode of Jhatibani?
The pincode of Jhatibani is 756039.
What is the population of Jhatibani?
Jhatibani has a total population of 173, including 89 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Jhatibani?
There are 44 households in Jhatibani.
What is the literacy rate in Jhatibani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhatibani is 81.50%. Male literacy is 88.76% and female literacy is 73.81%.