Jatla - Sohela, Bargarh
Jatla is a village situated in the Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sohela and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Jatla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jatla is 380237. The village covers a total geographical area of 609 hectares and falls under the 768033 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jatla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jatla
As per Census 2011, Jatla village has a total population of 2,518 people, consisting of 1,294 males and 1,224 females. The village has 642 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,626 literate and 892 illiterate residents. Additionally, 371 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 192 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jatla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,518 | 1,294 | 1,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 122 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 192 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 99 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 1,626 | 954 | 672 |
| Illiterate Population | 892 | 340 | 552 |
Nearby Villages of Jatla
Jatla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirapali | North | 2.21 km |
| Srigida | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Tarakana | North | 2.78 km |
| Bisipali | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Sarkanda | West | 3.27 km |
| Samakata | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Bhojpuri | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Kharmora | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Ulba | East | 4.66 km |
| Salepali | South-East | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jatla
Jatla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bargarh Road, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.7 km.
| 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 Bargarh to Jatla is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jatla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jatla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jatla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jatla 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 Jatla
Where is Jatla located?
Jatla village is located in Sohela Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jatla?
Jatla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jatla?
The pincode of Jatla is 768033.
What is the population of Jatla?
Jatla has a total population of 2,518, including 1,294 males and 1,224 females.
How many households are there in Jatla?
There are 642 households in Jatla.
What is the literacy rate in Jatla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jatla is 64.58%. Male literacy is 73.72% and female literacy is 54.90%.