Jolongbira - Biramitrapur, Sundargarh
Jolongbira is a village situated in the Biramitrapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biramitrapur and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jalangbira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jolongbira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jolongbira is 384316. The village covers a total geographical area of 1338 hectares and falls under the 770033 pincode. Biramitrapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jolongbira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jolongbira
As per Census 2011, Jolongbira village has a total population of 4,286 people, consisting of 2,158 males and 2,128 females. The village has 934 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 560 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,326 literate and 1,960 illiterate residents. Additionally, 519 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,509 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jolongbira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,286 | 2,158 | 2,128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 560 | 276 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 519 | 270 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,509 | 1,762 | 1,747 |
| Literate Population | 2,326 | 1,347 | 979 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,960 | 811 | 1,149 |
Nearby Villages of Jolongbira
Jolongbira 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 Jolongbira
Jolongbira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jolongbira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biramitrapur to Jolongbira is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Jolongbira is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jolongbira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jolongbira 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 Jolongbira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jolongbira 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Jolongbira
Where is Jolongbira located?
Jolongbira village is located in Biramitrapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jolongbira?
The Gram Panchayat of Jolongbira is Jalangbira.
What is the pincode of Jolongbira?
The pincode of Jolongbira is 770033.
What is the population of Jolongbira?
Jolongbira has a total population of 4,286, including 2,158 males and 2,128 females.
How many households are there in Jolongbira?
There are 934 households in Jolongbira.
What is the literacy rate in Jolongbira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jolongbira is 54.27%. Male literacy is 62.42% and female literacy is 46.01%.