Jharapadar - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Jharapadar is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Arapaju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharapadar is 415587. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Jharapadar 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 Jharapadar
As per Census 2011, Jharapadar village has a total population of 129 people, consisting of 75 males and 54 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 720 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 129 | 75 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 73 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 56 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 19 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Jharapadar
Jharapadar 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 Jharapadar
Public transport in the Jharapadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Phulabani to Jharapadar is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Jharapadar is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharapadar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jharapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharapadar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jharapadar
Where is Jharapadar located?
Jharapadar village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharapadar is Arapaju.
What is the pincode of Jharapadar?
The pincode of Jharapadar is 762012.
What is the population of Jharapadar?
Jharapadar has a total population of 129, including 75 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Jharapadar?
There are 24 households in Jharapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Jharapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharapadar is 61.24%. Male literacy is 74.67% and female literacy is 42.59%.