Jarka - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Jarka is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Urladani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jarka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarka is 422571. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Jarka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarka
As per Census 2011, Jarka village has a total population of 238 people, consisting of 105 males and 133 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 1,266 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 234 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jarka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 105 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 105 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 85 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Jarka
Jarka 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 Jarka
Public transport in the Jarka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Jarka is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarka 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jarka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarka 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 Jarka
Where is Jarka located?
Jarka village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarka is Urladani.
What is the pincode of Jarka?
The pincode of Jarka is 766102.
What is the population of Jarka?
Jarka has a total population of 238, including 105 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Jarka?
There are 43 households in Jarka.
What is the literacy rate in Jarka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarka is 13.03%. Male literacy is 19.05% and female literacy is 8.27%.