Jhankarpada - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Jhankarpada is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Badbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhankarpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhankarpada is 382457. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Jhankarpada 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 Jhankarpada
According to the 2011 Census, Jhankarpada village had a total population of 168 people, including 90 males and 78 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.47%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 59.72%.
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 | 168 | 90 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 65 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 25 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Jhankarpada
Jhankarpada 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 Jhankarpada
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jhankarpada. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jhankarpada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Redhakhol to Jhankarpada is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Jhankarpada is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhankarpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhankarpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhankarpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhankarpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhankarpada
Where is Jhankarpada located?
Jhankarpada village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhankarpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhankarpada is Badbahal.
What is the pincode of Jhankarpada?
The pincode of Jhankarpada is 768106.
What is the population of Jhankarpada?
Jhankarpada had a total population of 168, including 90 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Jhankarpada?
Jhankarpada had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhankarpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhankarpada was 73.47%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 59.72%.