Jhiriguma - Kashipur, Rayagada
Jhiriguma is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Talajhiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhiriguma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhiriguma is 425864. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Jhiriguma 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 Jhiriguma
As per Census 2011, Jhiriguma village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 108 males and 113 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 87 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhiriguma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 108 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 34 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 60 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Jhiriguma
Jhiriguma 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 Jhiriguma
Public transport in the Jhiriguma is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jhiriguma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Jhiriguma is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jhiriguma is about 85 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 Jhiriguma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhiriguma 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhiriguma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhiriguma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhiriguma
Where is Jhiriguma located?
Jhiriguma village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhiriguma?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhiriguma is Talajhiri.
What is the pincode of Jhiriguma?
The pincode of Jhiriguma is 765015.
What is the population of Jhiriguma?
Jhiriguma has a total population of 221, including 108 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Jhiriguma?
There are 49 households in Jhiriguma.
What is the literacy rate in Jhiriguma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhiriguma is 39.37%. Male literacy is 44.44% and female literacy is 34.51%.