Jhatikipasi - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Jhatikipasi is a village situated in the Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankadahad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Maruabili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhatikipasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhatikipasi is 402474. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 759018 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jhatikipasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhatikipasi
According to the 2011 Census, Jhatikipasi village had a total population of 320 people, including 162 males and 158 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.19%, with male literacy at 67.26% and female literacy at 49.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 262.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 320 | 162 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 133 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 76 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 86 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Jhatikipasi
Jhatikipasi 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 Jhatikipasi
Jhatikipasi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kamakshyanagar to Jhatikipasi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Jhatikipasi 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 Jhatikipasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhatikipasi 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 Jhatikipasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhatikipasi 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 Jhatikipasi
Where is Jhatikipasi located?
Jhatikipasi village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhatikipasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhatikipasi is Maruabili.
What is the pincode of Jhatikipasi?
The pincode of Jhatikipasi is 759018.
What is the population of Jhatikipasi?
Jhatikipasi had a total population of 320, including 162 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Jhatikipasi?
Jhatikipasi had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhatikipasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhatikipasi was 58.19%. Male literacy was 67.26% and female literacy was 49.58%.