Jharmunda - Debagarh, Deogarh
Jharmunda is a village situated in the Debagarh tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Debagarh and around 40 km from Debagarh. Jharmunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharmunda is 382640. The village covers a total geographical area of 543 hectares and falls under the 768108 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Jharmunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jharmunda
As per Census 2011, Jharmunda village has a total population of 721 people, consisting of 330 males and 391 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 1,184 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 477 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 650 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharmunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 721 | 330 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 650 | 291 | 359 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 245 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 85 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Jharmunda
Jharmunda 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 Jharmunda
Public transport in the Jharmunda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kochinda to Jharmunda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Jharmunda is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharmunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jharmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharmunda 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 Jharmunda
Where is Jharmunda located?
Jharmunda village is located in Debagarh Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharmunda?
Jharmunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jharmunda?
The pincode of Jharmunda is 768108.
What is the population of Jharmunda?
Jharmunda has a total population of 721, including 330 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Jharmunda?
There are 117 households in Jharmunda.
What is the literacy rate in Jharmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharmunda is 66.16%. Male literacy is 74.24% and female literacy is 59.34%.