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
As per Census 2011, Jhulenbar village has a total population of 507 people, consisting of 237 males and 270 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 1,139 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 456 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhulenbar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 507, including 237 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Jhulenbar?
There are 123 households in Jhulenbar.
What is the literacy rate in Jhulenbar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhulenbar is 50.89%. Male literacy is 70.46% and female literacy is 33.70%.