Jhankarmunda - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Jhankarmunda 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 97 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Fuiringimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhankarmunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhankarmunda is 380111. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Jhankarmunda 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 Jhankarmunda
According to the 2011 Census, Jhankarmunda village had a total population of 123 people, including 61 males and 62 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.81%, with male literacy at 55.77% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 123.
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 | 123 | 61 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 61 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 32 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Jhankarmunda
Jhankarmunda 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 Jhankarmunda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jhankarmunda.
| 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 Padmapur to Jhankarmunda is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Jhankarmunda is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhankarmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhankarmunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jhankarmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhankarmunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhankarmunda
Where is Jhankarmunda located?
Jhankarmunda village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhankarmunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhankarmunda is Fuiringimal.
What is the pincode of Jhankarmunda?
The pincode of Jhankarmunda is 768037.
What is the population of Jhankarmunda?
Jhankarmunda had a total population of 123, including 61 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Jhankarmunda?
Jhankarmunda had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhankarmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhankarmunda was 54.81%. Male literacy was 55.77% and female literacy was 53.85%.