Jalangapadar - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Jalangapadar is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pirikudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalangapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalangapadar is 415613. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Jalangapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalangapadar
As per Census 2011, Jalangapadar village has a total population of 118 people, consisting of 56 males and 62 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 97 literate and 21 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalangapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 118 | 56 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 3 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Jalangapadar
Jalangapadar 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 Jalangapadar
Public transport in the Jalangapadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Phulabani to Jalangapadar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Jalangapadar is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalangapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalangapadar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jalangapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalangapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jalangapadar
Where is Jalangapadar located?
Jalangapadar village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalangapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalangapadar is Pirikudi.
What is the pincode of Jalangapadar?
The pincode of Jalangapadar is 762012.
What is the population of Jalangapadar?
Jalangapadar has a total population of 118, including 56 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Jalangapadar?
There are 30 households in Jalangapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Jalangapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalangapadar is 82.20%. Male literacy is 94.64% and female literacy is 70.97%.