Jala - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Jala is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kapalada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jala is 428760. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Jala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jala
According to the 2011 Census, Jala village had a total population of 45 people, including 23 males and 22 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 23 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Jala
Jala 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 Jala
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Jala is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Jala is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jala 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 Jala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jala 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 Jala
Where is Jala located?
Jala village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jala?
The Gram Panchayat of Jala is Kapalada.
What is the pincode of Jala?
The pincode of Jala is 764027.
What is the population of Jala?
Jala had a total population of 45, including 23 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Jala?
Jala had 8 households.