Jhulenbar - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Jhulenbar 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 86 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Baradanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhulenbar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhulenbar is 424078. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 766028 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 60 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 Dharmgarh 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 328 people, consisting of 157 males and 171 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 83 literate and 245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 319 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhulenbar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 328 | 157 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 319 | 153 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 49 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 108 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Jhulenbar
Jhulenbar 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 Jhulenbar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jhulenbar.
| 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 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Jhulenbar is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhulenbar
Where is Jhulenbar located?
Jhulenbar village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhulenbar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhulenbar is Baradanga.
What is the pincode of Jhulenbar?
The pincode of Jhulenbar is 766028.
What is the population of Jhulenbar?
Jhulenbar has a total population of 328, including 157 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Jhulenbar?
There are 87 households in Jhulenbar.
What is the literacy rate in Jhulenbar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhulenbar is 25.30%. Male literacy is 31.21% and female literacy is 19.88%.