Joda Bandha - Narala, Kalahandi
Joda Bandha is a village situated in the Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Ghodabandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joda Bandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joda Bandha is 422712. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Madanpur Rampur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Joda Bandha 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 Joda Bandha
As per Census 2011, Joda Bandha village has a total population of 518 people, consisting of 264 males and 254 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joda Bandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 518 | 264 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 150 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 169 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 95 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Joda Bandha
Joda Bandha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lamsinga | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Brahmani | East | 1.53 km |
| Ghodabandha | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Dampadar | West | 2.79 km |
| Sinang | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Sripur | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Dangapata | North | 3.16 km |
| Dasarathipur | South | 3.28 km |
| Kharika | East | 3.42 km |
| Dhaunramal | North-East | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Joda Bandha
Public transport in the Joda Bandha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rupra Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madanpur Rampur to Joda Bandha is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Joda Bandha is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joda Bandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joda Bandha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Joda Bandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joda Bandha 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 Joda Bandha
Where is Joda Bandha located?
Joda Bandha village is located in Narala Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joda Bandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Joda Bandha is Ghodabandha.
What is the pincode of Joda Bandha?
The pincode of Joda Bandha is 766100.
What is the population of Joda Bandha?
Joda Bandha has a total population of 518, including 264 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Joda Bandha?
There are 137 households in Joda Bandha.
What is the literacy rate in Joda Bandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joda Bandha is 57.92%. Male literacy is 64.02% and female literacy is 51.57%.