Jhagadapalli - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Jhagadapalli is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bada-dumula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhagadapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhagadapalli is 412871. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 761042 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jhagadapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhagadapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Jhagadapalli village had a total population of 240 people, including 129 males and 111 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.21%, with male literacy at 88.99% and female literacy at 61.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 240 | 129 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 97 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 32 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Jhagadapalli
Jhagadapalli 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 Jhagadapalli
Jhagadapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Jhagadapalli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Jhagadapalli is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhagadapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhagadapalli 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 Jhagadapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhagadapalli 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 Jhagadapalli
Where is Jhagadapalli located?
Jhagadapalli village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhagadapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhagadapalli is Bada-dumula.
What is the pincode of Jhagadapalli?
The pincode of Jhagadapalli is 761042.
What is the population of Jhagadapalli?
Jhagadapalli had a total population of 240, including 129 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Jhagadapalli?
Jhagadapalli had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhagadapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhagadapalli was 76.21%. Male literacy was 88.99% and female literacy was 61.86%.