Jalatamunda - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Jalatamunda is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Moter serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalatamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalatamunda is 424029. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 766017 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Jalatamunda 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 Jalatamunda
As per Census 2011, Jalatamunda village has a total population of 629 people, consisting of 304 males and 325 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 291 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 429 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalatamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 629 | 304 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 41 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 429 | 211 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 182 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 122 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Jalatamunda
Jalatamunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Matualguda | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Madhupur | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Khutuluguda | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Batiguda | North | 2.17 km |
| Phupgaon | West | 2.54 km |
| Kadopadar | West | 3.04 km |
| Thelkomunda | East | 3.41 km |
| Dangari Guda | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Ranamal | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Bhursiguda | South | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jalatamunda
Jalatamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jalatamunda is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Jalatamunda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalatamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalatamunda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jalatamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalatamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jalatamunda
Where is Jalatamunda located?
Jalatamunda village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalatamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalatamunda is Moter.
What is the pincode of Jalatamunda?
The pincode of Jalatamunda is 766017.
What is the population of Jalatamunda?
Jalatamunda has a total population of 629, including 304 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Jalatamunda?
There are 168 households in Jalatamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Jalatamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalatamunda is 46.26%. Male literacy is 59.87% and female literacy is 33.54%.