Jalasuan - Anandapur, Keonjhar
Jalasuan is a village situated in the Anandapur tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Sainkul and around 90 km from Kendujhar. Daradipal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalasuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalasuan is 387294. The village covers a total geographical area of 214 hectares and falls under the 758043 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Jalasuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghasipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalasuan
According to the 2011 Census, Jalasuan village had a total population of 1,599 people, including 817 males and 782 females, living in 421 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.02%, with male literacy at 93.54% and female literacy at 80.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 486.
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 | 1,599 | 817 | 782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 89 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 486 | 258 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,254 | 681 | 573 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 136 | 209 |
Transport and Connectivity of Jalasuan
Jalasuan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Jajapur to Jalasuan is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Jalasuan is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalasuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalasuan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jalasuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalasuan 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 Jalasuan
Where is Jalasuan located?
Jalasuan village is located in Anandapur Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalasuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalasuan is Daradipal.
What is the pincode of Jalasuan?
The pincode of Jalasuan is 758043.
What is the population of Jalasuan?
Jalasuan had a total population of 1,599, including 817 males and 782 females.
How many households are there in Jalasuan?
Jalasuan had 421 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalasuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalasuan was 87.02%. Male literacy was 93.54% and female literacy was 80.36%.