Jam Jhar - Tarbha, Sonepur
Jam Jhar is a village situated in the Tarbha tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Tarbha and around 45 km from Subarnapur. Brahmani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jam Jhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jam Jhar is 419738. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 767016 pincode. Tarbha is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jam Jhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Jam Jhar
Jam Jhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dahi Berna | South-West | 0.44 km |
| Jam Pali | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Nuamunda | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Bahiramuhan | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Bahiramuhan Jungle | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Khuntbandh | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Bhurad | East | 2.09 km |
| Tithipali | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Brahmani | North | 2.29 km |
| Dumerpali | West | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jam Jhar
Jam Jhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Balangir, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarbha to Jam Jhar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Jam Jhar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jam Jhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jam Jhar 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 Jam Jhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jam Jhar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jam Jhar
Where is Jam Jhar located?
Jam Jhar village is located in Tarbha Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jam Jhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jam Jhar is Brahmani.
What is the pincode of Jam Jhar?
The pincode of Jam Jhar is 767016.