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
As per Census 2011, Jhagadapalli village has a total population of 240 people, consisting of 129 males and 111 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 157 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhagadapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 240 | 129 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| 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 has a total population of 240, including 129 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Jhagadapalli?
There are 44 households in Jhagadapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Jhagadapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhagadapalli is 65.42%. Male literacy is 75.19% and female literacy is 54.05%.