Jhulenbar - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Jhulenbar is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Naktikani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhulenbar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhulenbar is 423862. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 766016 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Jhulenbar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhulenbar
According to the 2011 Census, Jhulenbar village had a total population of 507 people, including 237 males and 270 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,139 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.71%, with male literacy at 83.50% and female literacy at 40.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 456.
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 | 507 | 237 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 456 | 215 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 167 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 70 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Jhulenbar
Jhulenbar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhataguda | North | 1.65 km |
| Guduruguma | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Naktikani | North | 2.88 km |
| Kirkakani | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Mukhiguda | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Bokrasil | South | 4.31 km |
| Antarla | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Badhunpani | North | 4.51 km |
| Sargiguda | East | 4.70 km |
| Gailapani | North-West | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhulenbar
Jhulenbar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Jhulenbar is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Jhulenbar is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhulenbar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhulenbar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhulenbar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhulenbar 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 Jhulenbar
Where is Jhulenbar located?
Jhulenbar village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhulenbar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhulenbar is Naktikani.
What is the pincode of Jhulenbar?
The pincode of Jhulenbar is 766016.
What is the population of Jhulenbar?
Jhulenbar had a total population of 507, including 237 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Jhulenbar?
Jhulenbar had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhulenbar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhulenbar was 60.71%. Male literacy was 83.50% and female literacy was 40.44%.