Jilagaon - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Jilagaon is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Karlapat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jilagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jilagaon is 424265. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Jilagaon 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 Jilagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jilagaon village had a total population of 70 people, including 32 males and 38 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,188 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.50%, with male literacy at 53.57% and female literacy at 21.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 17 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Jilagaon
Jilagaon 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 Jilagaon
Jilagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Jilagaon is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Jilagaon is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jilagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jilagaon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jilagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jilagaon 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 Jilagaon
Where is Jilagaon located?
Jilagaon village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jilagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jilagaon is Karlapat.
What is the pincode of Jilagaon?
The pincode of Jilagaon is 766037.
What is the population of Jilagaon?
Jilagaon had a total population of 70, including 32 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Jilagaon?
Jilagaon had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jilagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jilagaon was 37.50%. Male literacy was 53.57% and female literacy was 21.43%.