Ramjhali - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Ramjhali is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochinda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Telitileimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramjhali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramjhali is 381578. The village covers a total geographical area of 693 hectares and falls under the 768222 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ramjhali 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 Ramjhali
According to the 2011 Census, Ramjhali village had a total population of 484 people, including 246 males and 238 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.20%, with male literacy at 70.40% and female literacy at 57.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 188.
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 | 484 | 246 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 102 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 157 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 89 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Ramjhali
Ramjhali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Teli-tileimal | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Dhanudihi | East | 2.53 km |
| Mantrimunda | South | 2.64 km |
| Rambheikhandi | East | 2.89 km |
| Patrapali | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Kalhapada | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Ladammal | South | 3.59 km |
| Ramtileimal | North | 3.70 km |
| Madanmohanpur | South-East | 4.05 km |
| Hagrudihi | South-East | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramjhali
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Ramjhali. The nearest railway station is Bagdihi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kochinda to Ramjhali is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Ramjhali is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramjhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramjhali 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ramjhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramjhali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ramjhali
Where is Ramjhali located?
Ramjhali village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramjhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramjhali is Telitileimal.
What is the pincode of Ramjhali?
The pincode of Ramjhali is 768222.
What is the population of Ramjhali?
Ramjhali had a total population of 484, including 246 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Ramjhali?
Ramjhali had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramjhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramjhali was 64.20%. Male literacy was 70.40% and female literacy was 57.62%.