Jhola - Gumma, Gajapati

Jhola is a village situated in the Gumma tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Serango and around 9 km from Paralakhemundi. Jhami serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhola village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhola is 414487. The village covers a total geographical area of 1562 hectares and falls under the 761212 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.

Jhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paralakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Jhola

According to the 2011 Census, Jhola village had a total population of 481 people, including 225 males and 256 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.75%, with male literacy at 55.49% and female literacy at 31.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 431.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Jhola

Jhola 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Jhola

Jhola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhadupudi, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.3 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakhemundi to Jhola is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Jhola is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Jhola

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhola village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Jhola

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhola village are given below:

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