Jhanjigaon - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Jhanjigaon is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Silet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhanjigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhanjigaon is 424313. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Jhanjigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhanjigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jhanjigaon village had a total population of 81 people, including 35 males and 46 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,314 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.11%, with male literacy at 20.83% and female literacy at 8.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 81 | 35 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 35 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 30 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Jhanjigaon
Jhanjigaon 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 Jhanjigaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jhanjigaon.
| 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 Jhanjigaon is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhanjigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhanjigaon 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 Jhanjigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhanjigaon 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 Jhanjigaon
Where is Jhanjigaon located?
Jhanjigaon village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhanjigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhanjigaon is Silet.
What is the pincode of Jhanjigaon?
The pincode of Jhanjigaon is 766037.
What is the population of Jhanjigaon?
Jhanjigaon had a total population of 81, including 35 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Jhanjigaon?
Jhanjigaon had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhanjigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhanjigaon was 13.11%. Male literacy was 20.83% and female literacy was 8.11%.