Jhapiguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Jhapiguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Talajhapi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhapiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhapiguda is 424419. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Jhapiguda 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 Jhapiguda
As per Census 2011, Jhapiguda village has a total population of 137 people, consisting of 73 males and 64 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 57 literate and 80 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhapiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 137 | 73 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 35 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 38 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Jhapiguda
Jhapiguda 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 Jhapiguda
Public transport in the Jhapiguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Jhapiguda is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhapiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhapiguda 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 Jhapiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhapiguda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jhapiguda
Where is Jhapiguda located?
Jhapiguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhapiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhapiguda is Talajhapi.
What is the pincode of Jhapiguda?
The pincode of Jhapiguda is 766037.
What is the population of Jhapiguda?
Jhapiguda has a total population of 137, including 73 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Jhapiguda?
There are 35 households in Jhapiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Jhapiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhapiguda is 41.61%. Male literacy is 47.95% and female literacy is 34.38%.