Jaralabandha - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Jaralabandha is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 13.5 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Landagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaralabandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaralabandha is 416473. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Jaralabandha 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 Jaralabandha
According to the 2011 Census, Jaralabandha village had a total population of 177 people, including 78 males and 99 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,269 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.14%, with male literacy at 62.30% and female literacy at 58.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 177 | 78 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 24 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 38 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 40 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Jaralabandha
Jaralabandha 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 Jaralabandha
Jaralabandha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Jaralabandha is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Jaralabandha is about 13.5 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 Jaralabandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaralabandha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jaralabandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaralabandha 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 Jaralabandha
Where is Jaralabandha located?
Jaralabandha village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaralabandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaralabandha is Landagaon.
What is the pincode of Jaralabandha?
The pincode of Jaralabandha is 762110.
What is the population of Jaralabandha?
Jaralabandha had a total population of 177, including 78 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Jaralabandha?
Jaralabandha had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaralabandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaralabandha was 60.14%. Male literacy was 62.30% and female literacy was 58.62%.