Joutukbahal - Bamara, Sambalpur
Joutukbahal is a village situated in the Bamara tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Govindpur and around 70 km from Sambalpur. Kinabaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joutukbahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joutukbahal is 381295. The village covers a total geographical area of 209 hectares and falls under the 768224 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Joutukbahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joutukbahal
As per Census 2011, Joutukbahal village has a total population of 640 people, consisting of 322 males and 318 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 393 literate and 247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 513 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joutukbahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 322 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 513 | 260 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 233 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 89 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Joutukbahal
Joutukbahal 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 Joutukbahal
Public transport in the Joutukbahal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Joutukbahal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Joutukbahal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Joutukbahal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joutukbahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joutukbahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Joutukbahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joutukbahal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Joutukbahal
Where is Joutukbahal located?
Joutukbahal village is located in Bamara Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joutukbahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Joutukbahal is Kinabaga.
What is the pincode of Joutukbahal?
The pincode of Joutukbahal is 768224.
What is the population of Joutukbahal?
Joutukbahal has a total population of 640, including 322 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Joutukbahal?
There are 142 households in Joutukbahal.
What is the literacy rate in Joutukbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joutukbahal is 61.41%. Male literacy is 72.36% and female literacy is 50.31%.