Jhulkaguda - Kashipur, Rayagada
Jhulkaguda is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Adajore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhulkaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhulkaguda is 425728. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Jhulkaguda 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 Jhulkaguda
As per Census 2011, Jhulkaguda village has a total population of 373 people, consisting of 181 males and 192 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 46 literate and 327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 281 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhulkaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 181 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 26 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 138 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 35 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 146 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Jhulkaguda
Jhulkaguda 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 Jhulkaguda
Public transport in the Jhulkaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rayagada to Jhulkaguda is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jhulkaguda is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhulkaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhulkaguda 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 Jhulkaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhulkaguda 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 Jhulkaguda
Where is Jhulkaguda located?
Jhulkaguda village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhulkaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhulkaguda is Adajore.
What is the pincode of Jhulkaguda?
The pincode of Jhulkaguda is 765015.
What is the population of Jhulkaguda?
Jhulkaguda has a total population of 373, including 181 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Jhulkaguda?
There are 87 households in Jhulkaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Jhulkaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhulkaguda is 12.33%. Male literacy is 19.34% and female literacy is 5.73%.