Iskinda - Jharbandh, Bargarh
Iskinda is a village situated in the Jharbandh tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Jharbandha and around 119 km from Bargarh. Bilaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Iskinda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Iskinda is 379916. The village covers a total geographical area of 402 hectares and falls under the 768042 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Iskinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Iskinda
As per Census 2011, Iskinda village has a total population of 506 people, consisting of 247 males and 259 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 443 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Iskinda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 506 | 247 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 43 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 443 | 219 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 154 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 93 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Iskinda
Iskinda 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 Iskinda
Iskinda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Iskinda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Iskinda is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Iskinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Iskinda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Iskinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Iskinda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Iskinda
Where is Iskinda located?
Iskinda village is located in Jharbandh Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Iskinda?
The Gram Panchayat of Iskinda is Bilaspur.
What is the pincode of Iskinda?
The pincode of Iskinda is 768042.
What is the population of Iskinda?
Iskinda has a total population of 506, including 247 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Iskinda?
There are 133 households in Iskinda.
What is the literacy rate in Iskinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Iskinda is 50.99%. Male literacy is 62.35% and female literacy is 40.15%.