Jammal - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Jammal is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Bangbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jammal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jammal is 380115. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Jammal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jammal
According to the 2011 Census, Jammal village had a total population of 836 people, including 413 males and 423 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.18%, with male literacy at 86.32% and female literacy at 58.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 836 | 413 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 303 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 110 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Jammal
Jammal 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 Jammal
Public transport in the Jammal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Jammal is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Jammal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jammal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jammal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jammal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jammal 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 Jammal
Where is Jammal located?
Jammal village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jammal?
The Gram Panchayat of Jammal is Bangbahal.
What is the pincode of Jammal?
The pincode of Jammal is 768037.
What is the population of Jammal?
Jammal had a total population of 836, including 413 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Jammal?
Jammal had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jammal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jammal was 72.18%. Male literacy was 86.32% and female literacy was 58.70%.