Jhalkusum - Komna, Nuapada
Jhalkusum is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Pnendrawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhalkusum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhalkusum is 421937. The village covers a total geographical area of 233 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jhalkusum 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 Jhalkusum
As per Census 2011, Jhalkusum village has a total population of 502 people, consisting of 248 males and 254 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 260 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhalkusum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 502 | 248 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 132 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 138 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 110 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Jhalkusum
Jhalkusum 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 Jhalkusum
Jhalkusum is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jhalkusum is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Jhalkusum is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhalkusum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhalkusum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhalkusum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhalkusum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhalkusum
Where is Jhalkusum located?
Jhalkusum village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhalkusum?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhalkusum is Pnendrawan.
What is the pincode of Jhalkusum?
The pincode of Jhalkusum is 766106.
What is the population of Jhalkusum?
Jhalkusum has a total population of 502, including 248 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Jhalkusum?
There are 124 households in Jhalkusum.
What is the literacy rate in Jhalkusum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhalkusum is 41.43%. Male literacy is 55.65% and female literacy is 27.56%.