Judabali - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Judabali is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Judaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Judabali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Judabali is 417224. The village covers a total geographical area of 714 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Judabali 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 Judabali
According to the 2011 Census, Judabali village had a total population of 598 people, including 304 males and 294 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.13%, with male literacy at 65.84% and female literacy at 42.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 544.
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 | 598 | 304 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 544 | 275 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 160 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 144 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Judabali
Judabali 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 Judabali
Judabali 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 Rayagada to Judabali is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Judabali is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Judabali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Judabali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Judabali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Judabali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Judabali
Where is Judabali located?
Judabali village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Judabali?
The Gram Panchayat of Judabali is Judaballi.
What is the pincode of Judabali?
The pincode of Judabali is 762105.
What is the population of Judabali?
Judabali had a total population of 598, including 304 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Judabali?
Judabali had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Judabali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Judabali was 54.13%. Male literacy was 65.84% and female literacy was 42.32%.