Jhagrahi - Komna, Nuapada
Jhagrahi is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Jhagrahi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhagrahi is 421874. The village covers a total geographical area of 1036 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jhagrahi 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 Jhagrahi
As per Census 2011, Jhagrahi village has a total population of 1,997 people, consisting of 1,003 males and 994 females. The village has 532 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 615 literate and 1,382 illiterate residents. Additionally, 415 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 473 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhagrahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,997 | 1,003 | 994 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 128 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 210 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 473 | 219 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 392 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,382 | 611 | 771 |
Nearby Villages of Jhagrahi
Jhagrahi 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 Jhagrahi
Public transport in the Jhagrahi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jhagrahi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Jhagrahi is about 37 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 Jhagrahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhagrahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhagrahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhagrahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jhagrahi
Where is Jhagrahi located?
Jhagrahi village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhagrahi?
Jhagrahi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhagrahi?
The pincode of Jhagrahi is 766106.
What is the population of Jhagrahi?
Jhagrahi has a total population of 1,997, including 1,003 males and 994 females.
How many households are there in Jhagrahi?
There are 532 households in Jhagrahi.
What is the literacy rate in Jhagrahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhagrahi is 30.80%. Male literacy is 39.08% and female literacy is 22.43%.