Ainlajharan - Jujomura, Sambalpur
Ainlajharan is a village situated in the Jujomura tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 64 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jujomura and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Kesapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ainlajharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ainlajharan is 382185. The village covers a total geographical area of 301 hectares and falls under the 768105 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ainlajharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ainlajharan
As per Census 2011, Ainlajharan village has a total population of 352 people, consisting of 183 males and 169 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 212 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 111 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ainlajharan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 352 | 183 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 122 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 61 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Ainlajharan
Ainlajharan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Padapani | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Salejharan | South | 1.17 km |
| Sansudungpal | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Badsudungpal | East | 1.83 km |
| Gidhmal | North | 2.13 km |
| Jhankarpali | South | 2.81 km |
| Jarasingha | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Ashokbandhali(bardidinga) | East | 3.43 km |
| Badpati | South | 3.48 km |
| Kaunsipani | East | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ainlajharan
Public transport in the Ainlajharan is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jujumura, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sambalpur to Ainlajharan is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Ainlajharan is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ainlajharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ainlajharan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ainlajharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ainlajharan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ainlajharan
Where is Ainlajharan located?
Ainlajharan village is located in Jujomura Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ainlajharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ainlajharan is Kesapali.
What is the pincode of Ainlajharan?
The pincode of Ainlajharan is 768105.
What is the population of Ainlajharan?
Ainlajharan has a total population of 352, including 183 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Ainlajharan?
There are 90 households in Ainlajharan.
What is the literacy rate in Ainlajharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ainlajharan is 60.23%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 53.25%.