Jhilimili - Boriguma, Koraput
Jhilimili is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boriguma and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Borigumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhilimili village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhilimili is 428262. The village covers a total geographical area of 462 hectares and falls under the 764056 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Jhilimili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhilimili
As per Census 2011, Jhilimili village has a total population of 3,073 people, consisting of 1,556 males and 1,517 females. The village has 701 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 489 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,551 literate and 1,522 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhilimili are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,073 | 1,556 | 1,517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 489 | 266 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 185 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,125 | 561 | 564 |
| Literate Population | 1,551 | 883 | 668 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,522 | 673 | 849 |
Nearby Villages of Jhilimili
Jhilimili is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bisoiput | West | 1.85 km |
| Bijapur | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Boriguma (ct) | East | 2.17 km |
| Kunduraguda | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Khudiguda | South | 2.93 km |
| Dulaguda | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Sisaguda | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Janniguda | West | 3.69 km |
| Kanagam | North | 4.20 km |
| Anchala | North-East | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhilimili
Jhilimili is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khadapa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Jhilimili is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Jhilimili is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhilimili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhilimili village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jhilimili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhilimili 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 Jhilimili
Where is Jhilimili located?
Jhilimili village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhilimili?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhilimili is Borigumma.
What is the pincode of Jhilimili?
The pincode of Jhilimili is 764056.
What is the population of Jhilimili?
Jhilimili has a total population of 3,073, including 1,556 males and 1,517 females.
How many households are there in Jhilimili?
There are 701 households in Jhilimili.
What is the literacy rate in Jhilimili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhilimili is 50.47%. Male literacy is 56.75% and female literacy is 44.03%.