Dhobeijangal - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Dhobeijangal is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Japa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhobeijangal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhobeijangal is 397392. The village covers a total geographical area of 928 hectares and falls under the 754139 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Dhobeijangal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhobeijangal
As per Census 2011, Dhobeijangal village has a total population of 1,473 people, consisting of 767 males and 706 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,046 literate and 427 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhobeijangal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,473 | 767 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 128 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,046 | 595 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 172 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Dhobeijangal
Dhobeijangal 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpudia | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Kankan | East | 1.77 km |
| Khurantutha | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Ambiki | South | 2.81 km |
| Kiada | West | 2.87 km |
| Kochilabedi | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Barkuda | East | 3.33 km |
| Kunjakothi | North | 3.38 km |
| Sahadabedi | West | 3.52 km |
| Dhobei | North-West | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhobeijangal
Dhobeijangal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badabandha Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.6 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paradip to Dhobeijangal is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Dhobeijangal is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhobeijangal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhobeijangal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhobeijangal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhobeijangal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dhobeijangal
Where is Dhobeijangal located?
Dhobeijangal village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhobeijangal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhobeijangal is Japa.
What is the pincode of Dhobeijangal?
The pincode of Dhobeijangal is 754139.
What is the population of Dhobeijangal?
Dhobeijangal has a total population of 1,473, including 767 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Dhobeijangal?
There are 354 households in Dhobeijangal.
What is the literacy rate in Dhobeijangal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhobeijangal is 71.01%. Male literacy is 77.57% and female literacy is 63.88%.