Jahal - Dharmasala, Jajpur
Jahal is a village situated in the Dharmasala tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Dharmasala and around 54 km from Jajapur . Bhawanipur(bhuban) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jahal is 401155. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 755010 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Jahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmasala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Jahal
Jahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rakhi | West | 0.62 km |
| Chandamohina | North | 0.80 km |
| Utarpratap | South | 0.97 km |
| Bedapur | North-West | 1.08 km |
| Jalasarapur | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Jalasarapur | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Ratapur | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Bhuban | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Badachapoi | East | 1.64 km |
| Santarapur | North-East | 1.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jahal
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Jahal. The nearest railway station is Haridaspur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Jahal is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Jahal
Where is Jahal located?
Jahal village is located in Dharmasala Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Jahal is Bhawanipur(bhuban).
What is the pincode of Jahal?
The pincode of Jahal is 755010.