Jamunahandi - Kotpad, Koraput
Jamunahandi is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. S Utipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamunahandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamunahandi is 428160. The village covers a total geographical area of 316 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jamunahandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamunahandi
As per Census 2011, Jamunahandi village has a total population of 550 people, consisting of 284 males and 266 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamunahandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 550 | 284 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 145 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 139 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Jamunahandi
Jamunahandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sankorda (sankarada) | North | 1.40 km |
| Korlahandi | West | 1.73 km |
| Bhurusi | East | 1.94 km |
| Umorapondi | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Pochia (panchia) | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Monchahandi | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Sutipadar | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Dhargudi | North | 2.90 km |
| Jorondipodar | East | 3.17 km |
| Murtahandi | South | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamunahandi
Public transport in the Jamunahandi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambagaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Jamunahandi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Jamunahandi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamunahandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamunahandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamunahandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamunahandi 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 Jamunahandi
Where is Jamunahandi located?
Jamunahandi village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamunahandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamunahandi is S Utipadar.
What is the pincode of Jamunahandi?
The pincode of Jamunahandi is 764058.
What is the population of Jamunahandi?
Jamunahandi has a total population of 550, including 284 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Jamunahandi?
There are 153 households in Jamunahandi.
What is the literacy rate in Jamunahandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamunahandi is 43.27%. Male literacy is 51.06% and female literacy is 34.96%.