Jogimatha - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Jogimatha is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Buromunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jogimatha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jogimatha is 380065. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jogimatha 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 Jogimatha
As per Census 2011, Jogimatha village has a total population of 353 people, consisting of 179 males and 174 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 212 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 190 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jogimatha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 353 | 179 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 51 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 102 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 120 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 59 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Jogimatha
Jogimatha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baidpali | West | 1.24 km |
| Kanthipali | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Telenpali | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Ghuchepali | East | 2.72 km |
| Buromunda | South | 3.01 km |
| Jamutpali | West | 3.19 km |
| Latsar | East | 3.26 km |
| Baigankhari | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Kalangapali | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Chantipali | North | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jogimatha
Jogimatha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khalipali, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Jogimatha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Jogimatha is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jogimatha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jogimatha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jogimatha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jogimatha 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jogimatha
Where is Jogimatha located?
Jogimatha village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jogimatha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jogimatha is Buromunda.
What is the pincode of Jogimatha?
The pincode of Jogimatha is 768037.
What is the population of Jogimatha?
Jogimatha has a total population of 353, including 179 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Jogimatha?
There are 94 households in Jogimatha.
What is the literacy rate in Jogimatha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jogimatha is 60.06%. Male literacy is 67.04% and female literacy is 52.87%.