Jhinkikhol - Kantamal, Boudh
Jhinkikhol is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Kantamal and around 75 km from Baudh. Lambasari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhinkikhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhinkikhol is 417684. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 762030 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jhinkikhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Jhinkikhol
Jhinkikhol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhaurakuda | West | 0.93 km |
| Bhadrapali | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Chandaniamunda | South | 1.67 km |
| Tunimunda | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Baulasingh | North | 1.81 km |
| Gadfesferedi | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Paratala | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Janimunda | South | 2.17 km |
| Nagada | South | 2.63 km |
| Mrutunjayapur | North-East | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhinkikhol
Public transport in the Jhinkikhol is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balangir Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Jhinkikhol is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Jhinkikhol is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhinkikhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhinkikhol 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhinkikhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhinkikhol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhinkikhol
Where is Jhinkikhol located?
Jhinkikhol village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhinkikhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhinkikhol is Lambasari.
What is the pincode of Jhinkikhol?
The pincode of Jhinkikhol is 762030.