Jalesepeta - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Jalesepeta is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Tumudibandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalesepeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalesepeta is 416944. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Jalesepeta 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 Jalesepeta
As per Census 2011, Jalesepeta village has a total population of 162 people, consisting of 89 males and 73 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 101 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalesepeta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 162 | 89 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 60 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 29 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Jalesepeta
Jalesepeta 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 Jalesepeta
Jalesepeta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Jalesepeta is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Jalesepeta is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalesepeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalesepeta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jalesepeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalesepeta 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 Jalesepeta
Where is Jalesepeta located?
Jalesepeta village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalesepeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalesepeta is Tumudibandh.
What is the pincode of Jalesepeta?
The pincode of Jalesepeta is 762107.
What is the population of Jalesepeta?
Jalesepeta has a total population of 162, including 89 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Jalesepeta?
There are 40 households in Jalesepeta.
What is the literacy rate in Jalesepeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalesepeta is 62.35%. Male literacy is 67.42% and female literacy is 56.16%.