Jharbahal - Rengali, Sambalpur
Jharbahal is a village situated in the Rengali tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Sasan and around 31 km from Sambalpur. Tampearkela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharbahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharbahal is 381728. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 768200 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jharbahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rengali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jharbahal
According to the 2011 Census, Jharbahal village had a total population of 314 people, including 165 males and 149 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.27%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 59.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 309.
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 | 314 | 165 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 163 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 132 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 33 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Jharbahal
Jharbahal 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 Jharbahal
Jharbahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sambalpur to Jharbahal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Jharbahal is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharbahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharbahal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jharbahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharbahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jharbahal
Where is Jharbahal located?
Jharbahal village is located in Rengali Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jharbahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharbahal is Tampearkela.
What is the pincode of Jharbahal?
The pincode of Jharbahal is 768200.
What is the population of Jharbahal?
Jharbahal had a total population of 314, including 165 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Jharbahal?
Jharbahal had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jharbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharbahal was 75.27%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 59.54%.