Jaladihi - Kolabira, Jharsuguda
Jaladihi is a village situated in the Kolabira tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolabira and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Samasingha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaladihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaladihi is 381257. The village covers a total geographical area of 627 hectares and falls under the 768213 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Jaladihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaladihi
According to the 2011 Census, Jaladihi village had a total population of 604 people, including 304 males and 300 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.32%, with male literacy at 73.82% and female literacy at 50.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 582.
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 | 604 | 304 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 582 | 291 | 291 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 203 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 101 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Jaladihi
Jaladihi 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 Jaladihi
Jaladihi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Jaladihi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaladihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaladihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jaladihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaladihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaladihi
Where is Jaladihi located?
Jaladihi village is located in Kolabira Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jaladihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaladihi is Samasingha.
What is the pincode of Jaladihi?
The pincode of Jaladihi is 768213.
What is the population of Jaladihi?
Jaladihi had a total population of 604, including 304 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Jaladihi?
Jaladihi had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaladihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaladihi was 62.32%. Male literacy was 73.82% and female literacy was 50.56%.