Jalamadai - Komna, Nuapada
Jalamadai is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Soseng serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalamadai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalamadai is 421794. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Jalamadai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalamadai
According to the 2011 Census, Jalamadai village had a total population of 87 people, including 42 males and 45 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.07%, with male literacy at 14.71% and female literacy at 15.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 37 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Jalamadai
Jalamadai 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 Jalamadai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jalamadai.
| 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 Khariar Road to Jalamadai is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Jalamadai is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalamadai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalamadai 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 Jalamadai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalamadai 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 Jalamadai
Where is Jalamadai located?
Jalamadai village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalamadai?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalamadai is Soseng.
What is the pincode of Jalamadai?
The pincode of Jalamadai is 766106.
What is the population of Jalamadai?
Jalamadai had a total population of 87, including 42 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Jalamadai?
Jalamadai had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalamadai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalamadai was 15.07%. Male literacy was 14.71% and female literacy was 15.38%.