Jamba Khal - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Jamba Khal is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Muniguda and around 100 km from Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamba Khal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamba Khal is 425008. The village covers a total geographical area of 175 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Jamba Khal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamba Khal
As per Census 2011, Jamba Khal village has a total population of 307 people, consisting of 148 males and 159 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 67 literate and 240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 293 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamba Khal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 307 | 148 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 143 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 53 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 95 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Jamba Khal
Jamba Khal 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 Jamba Khal
Public transport in the Jamba Khal 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 Rayagada to Jamba Khal is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jamba Khal is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamba Khal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamba Khal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamba Khal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamba Khal 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 Jamba Khal
Where is Jamba Khal located?
Jamba Khal village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamba Khal?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamba Khal is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Jamba Khal?
The pincode of Jamba Khal is 765020.
What is the population of Jamba Khal?
Jamba Khal has a total population of 307, including 148 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Jamba Khal?
There are 64 households in Jamba Khal.
What is the literacy rate in Jamba Khal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamba Khal is 21.82%. Male literacy is 35.81% and female literacy is 8.81%.