Jaloi - Ulunda, Sonepur
Jaloi is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Biramaharajpur and around 15 km from Subarnapur. Jaloe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaloi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaloi is 419334. The village covers a total geographical area of 605 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Jaloi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaloi
As per Census 2011, Jaloi village has a total population of 2,757 people, consisting of 1,398 males and 1,359 females. The village has 661 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,947 literate and 810 illiterate residents. Additionally, 749 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaloi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,757 | 1,398 | 1,359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 181 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 749 | 388 | 361 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,947 | 1,099 | 848 |
| Illiterate Population | 810 | 299 | 511 |
Nearby Villages of Jaloi
Jaloi 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 Jaloi
Jaloi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Jaloi is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Jaloi is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaloi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaloi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jaloi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaloi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaloi
Where is Jaloi located?
Jaloi village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaloi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaloi is Jaloe.
What is the pincode of Jaloi?
The pincode of Jaloi is 767018.
What is the population of Jaloi?
Jaloi has a total population of 2,757, including 1,398 males and 1,359 females.
How many households are there in Jaloi?
There are 661 households in Jaloi.
What is the literacy rate in Jaloi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaloi is 70.62%. Male literacy is 78.61% and female literacy is 62.40%.