Jambani - Saraskana, Mayurbhanj

Jambani is a village situated in the Saraskana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Jharpokharia and around 33 km from Baripada. Jalda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jambani village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambani is 388009. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 757086 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.

Jambani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Jambani

According to the 2011 Census, Jambani village had a total population of 385 people, including 211 males and 174 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 825 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.77%, with male literacy at 91.40% and female literacy at 77.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 194.

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 Population385211174
Child Population (0–6 yrs)372512
Scheduled Castes (SC)000
Scheduled Tribes (ST)19410688
Literate Population295170125
Illiterate Population904149

Nearby Villages of Jambani

Jambani 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 VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
JamdhurudiNorth-West0.64 km
MajhiganSouth-West0.75 km
PathuriSouth0.78 km
TolakaEast0.90 km
JaldaSouth1.37 km
PadmapurSouth-West1.73 km
PaniposiSouth-West1.77 km
GadadharpurWest1.83 km
PatpachaNorth-East2.09 km
PunasiaSouth2.29 km

Transport and Connectivity of Jambani

Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jambani. The nearest railway station is Rajalukah, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.1 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceNoAvailable within <5 km
Private Bus ServiceNoAvailable within <5 km
Railway StationNo-

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Jambani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Jambani is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Jambani

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambani village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankNoAvailable within >10 km
ATMNoAvailable within >10 km
Post OfficeNoAvailable within >10 km

Health Facilities in Jambani

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambani village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)NoAvailable within >10 km
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within >10 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within >10 km

FAQs about Jambani

Where is Jambani located?

Jambani village is located in Saraskana Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.

What is the Gram Panchayat of Jambani?

The Gram Panchayat of Jambani is Jalda.

What is the pincode of Jambani?

The pincode of Jambani is 757086.

What is the population of Jambani?

Jambani had a total population of 385, including 211 males and 174 females.

How many households are there in Jambani?

Jambani had 84 households.

What is the literacy rate in Jambani?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambani was 84.77%. Male literacy was 91.40% and female literacy was 77.16%.