Jharpimpal Village - Jaleswar, Balasore
Jharpimpal is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Jaleswar and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Jharpipal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharpimpal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharpimpal is 391596. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 756079 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jharpimpal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jharpimpal
As per Census 2011, Jharpimpal village has a total population of 3,579 people, consisting of 1,835 males and 1,744 females. The village has 894 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,522 literate and 1,057 illiterate residents. Additionally, 885 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharpimpal are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,579 | 1,835 | 1,744 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 221 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 885 | 440 | 445 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,522 | 1,433 | 1,089 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,057 | 402 | 655 |
Nearby Villages of Jharpimpal
Jharpimpal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghantiari | West | 1.00 km |
| Uluda | East | 1.30 km |
| Gangtia | North | 1.82 km |
| Similia | West | 1.95 km |
| Budakotha | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Debkumar | West | 2.02 km |
| Khulura | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Kharidpipal | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Badakhanpur | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Nachinda | East | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jharpimpal
Jharpimpal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jaleswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Jharpimpal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Jharpimpal is about 60 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 Jharpimpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharpimpal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jharpimpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharpimpal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jharpimpal
Where is Jharpimpal located?
Jharpimpal village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharpimpal?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharpimpal is Jharpipal.
What is the pincode of Jharpimpal?
The pincode of Jharpimpal is 756079.
What is the population of Jharpimpal?
Jharpimpal has a total population of 3,579, including 1,835 males and 1,744 females.
How many households are there in Jharpimpal?
There are 894 households in Jharpimpal.
What is the literacy rate in Jharpimpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharpimpal is 70.47%. Male literacy is 78.09% and female literacy is 62.44%.