Jalakhura - Kashipur, Rayagada
Jalakhura is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Mandibisi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalakhura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalakhura is 425901. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Jalakhura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalakhura
As per Census 2011, Jalakhura village has a total population of 203 people, consisting of 84 males and 119 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,416 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 41 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 148 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalakhura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 203 | 84 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 20 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 58 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 36 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 48 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Jalakhura
Jalakhura 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 Jalakhura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jalakhura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rayagada to Jalakhura is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jalakhura is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalakhura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalakhura 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 Jalakhura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalakhura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jalakhura
Where is Jalakhura located?
Jalakhura village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalakhura?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalakhura is Mandibisi.
What is the pincode of Jalakhura?
The pincode of Jalakhura is 765015.
What is the population of Jalakhura?
Jalakhura has a total population of 203, including 84 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Jalakhura?
There are 49 households in Jalakhura.
What is the literacy rate in Jalakhura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalakhura is 20.20%. Male literacy is 42.86% and female literacy is 4.20%.