Jhaljhalia - Nilagiri, Balasore
Jhaljhalia is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Berhampur and around 41 km from Baleshwar. Kumbhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhaljhalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhaljhalia is 393263. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 756058 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Jhaljhalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Jhaljhalia
Jhaljhalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghunathpur | South-East | 0.74 km |
| Chuliakandabharadapala | East | 0.77 km |
| Kuanrabhaudia | North-East | 0.89 km |
| Analapal | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Dharampur | West | 1.10 km |
| Tokipadabada | East | 1.46 km |
| Kanjiambasana | South | 1.46 km |
| Sanatokipada | East | 1.57 km |
| Bankisahikodamada | South | 1.64 km |
| Chasunikula | North-East | 1.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhaljhalia
Public transport in the Jhaljhalia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khantapara, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 120.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilagiri to Jhaljhalia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Jhaljhalia is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhaljhalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhaljhalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhaljhalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhaljhalia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhaljhalia
Where is Jhaljhalia located?
Jhaljhalia village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhaljhalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhaljhalia is Kumbhari.
What is the pincode of Jhaljhalia?
The pincode of Jhaljhalia is 756058.