Jalanidhi - Gudari, Rayagada
Jalanidhi is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . M.k.rai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalanidhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalanidhi is 426980. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Jalanidhi 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 Jalanidhi
As per Census 2011, Jalanidhi village has a total population of 915 people, consisting of 416 males and 499 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 1,199 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 447 literate and 468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 223 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 487 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalanidhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 915 | 416 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 70 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 108 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 487 | 206 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 211 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 205 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Jalanidhi
Jalanidhi 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 Jalanidhi
Jalanidhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Jalanidhi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jalanidhi is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalanidhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalanidhi 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 Jalanidhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalanidhi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jalanidhi
Where is Jalanidhi located?
Jalanidhi village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalanidhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalanidhi is M.k.rai.
What is the pincode of Jalanidhi?
The pincode of Jalanidhi is 765026.
What is the population of Jalanidhi?
Jalanidhi has a total population of 915, including 416 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Jalanidhi?
There are 185 households in Jalanidhi.
What is the literacy rate in Jalanidhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalanidhi is 48.85%. Male literacy is 50.72% and female literacy is 47.29%.