Jhumuka - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Jhumuka is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Bandhugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhumuka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhumuka is 428783. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Jhumuka 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 Jhumuka
As per Census 2011, Jhumuka village has a total population of 280 people, consisting of 127 males and 153 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,204 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 27 literate and 253 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 273 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhumuka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | 127 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 273 | 123 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 22 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 105 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Jhumuka
Jhumuka 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 Jhumuka
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jhumuka.
| 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 Koraput to Jhumuka is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Jhumuka is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhumuka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhumuka 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhumuka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhumuka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhumuka
Where is Jhumuka located?
Jhumuka village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhumuka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhumuka is Bandhugaon.
What is the pincode of Jhumuka?
The pincode of Jhumuka is 764027.
What is the population of Jhumuka?
Jhumuka has a total population of 280, including 127 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Jhumuka?
There are 63 households in Jhumuka.
What is the literacy rate in Jhumuka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhumuka is 9.64%. Male literacy is 17.32% and female literacy is 3.27%.