Jharbahali - Kalampur, Kalahandi
Jharbahali is a village situated in the Kalampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 58 km from Jayapatna and around 66 km from Bhawanipatna. Hermal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharbahali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharbahali is 424164. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 766013 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Jharbahali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jharbahali
According to the 2011 Census, Jharbahali village had a total population of 288 people, including 133 males and 155 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,165 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.03%, with male literacy at 59.09% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 288 | 133 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 65 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 68 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Jharbahali
Jharbahali 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 Jharbahali
Public transport in the Jharbahali is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Jharbahali is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Jharbahali is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharbahali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharbahali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jharbahali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharbahali 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 Jharbahali
Where is Jharbahali located?
Jharbahali village is located in Kalampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jharbahali?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharbahali is Hermal.
What is the pincode of Jharbahali?
The pincode of Jharbahali is 766013.
What is the population of Jharbahali?
Jharbahali had a total population of 288, including 133 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Jharbahali?
Jharbahali had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jharbahali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharbahali was 54.03%. Male literacy was 59.09% and female literacy was 50.00%.