Jalesuga - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Jalesuga is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khamankhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalesuga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalesuga is 416506. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Jalesuga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalesuga
As per Census 2011, Jalesuga village has a total population of 166 people, consisting of 76 males and 90 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,184 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalesuga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 166 | 76 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 67 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 45 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Jalesuga
Jalesuga 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 Jalesuga
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jalesuga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sonapur to Jalesuga is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Jalesuga is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalesuga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalesuga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jalesuga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalesuga 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 Jalesuga
Where is Jalesuga located?
Jalesuga village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalesuga?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalesuga is Khamankhol.
What is the pincode of Jalesuga?
The pincode of Jalesuga is 762110.
What is the population of Jalesuga?
Jalesuga has a total population of 166, including 76 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Jalesuga?
There are 40 households in Jalesuga.
What is the literacy rate in Jalesuga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalesuga is 31.93%. Male literacy is 40.79% and female literacy is 24.44%.