Jhola - R.Udayagiri, Gajapati
Jhola is a village situated in the R.Udayagiri tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from R.udaygiri and around 90 km from Paralakhemundi. Sialilati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhola is 414073. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 83 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 Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhola
As per Census 2011, Jhola village has a total population of 171 people, consisting of 85 males and 86 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 150 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 171 | 85 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 76 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 39 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Jhola
Jhola 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 Jhola
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jhola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakhemundi to Jhola is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Jhola is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. 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:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhola
Where is Jhola located?
Jhola village is located in R.Udayagiri Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhola is Sialilati.
What is the pincode of Jhola?
The pincode of Jhola is 761017.
What is the population of Jhola?
Jhola has a total population of 171, including 85 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Jhola?
There are 35 households in Jhola.
What is the literacy rate in Jhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhola is 47.37%. Male literacy is 54.12% and female literacy is 40.70%.