Jholakhunti - Kashipur, Rayagada
Jholakhunti is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Godiballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jholakhunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jholakhunti is 425917. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Jholakhunti 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 Jholakhunti
According to the 2011 Census, Jholakhunti village had a total population of 75 people, including 32 males and 43 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,344 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.33%, with male literacy at 26.92% and female literacy at 2.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75 | 32 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 32 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 25 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Jholakhunti
Jholakhunti 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 Jholakhunti
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jholakhunti. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jholakhunti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Jholakhunti is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jholakhunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jholakhunti 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jholakhunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jholakhunti 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 Jholakhunti
Where is Jholakhunti located?
Jholakhunti village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jholakhunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Jholakhunti is Godiballi.
What is the pincode of Jholakhunti?
The pincode of Jholakhunti is 765015.
What is the population of Jholakhunti?
Jholakhunti had a total population of 75, including 32 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Jholakhunti?
Jholakhunti had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jholakhunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jholakhunti was 13.33%. Male literacy was 26.92% and female literacy was 2.94%.