Jalei - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Jalei is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Tamparkela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalei is 385023. The village covers a total geographical area of 205 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Jalei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalei
As per Census 2011, Jalei village has a total population of 527 people, consisting of 266 males and 261 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 484 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalei are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 527 | 266 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 484 | 245 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 179 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 87 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Jalei
Jalei 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 Jalei
Public transport in the Jalei is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jalei.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Jalei is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Jalei is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jalei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalei 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jalei
Where is Jalei located?
Jalei village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalei?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalei is Tamparkela.
What is the pincode of Jalei?
The pincode of Jalei is 770043.
What is the population of Jalei?
Jalei has a total population of 527, including 266 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Jalei?
There are 120 households in Jalei.
What is the literacy rate in Jalei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalei is 57.31%. Male literacy is 67.29% and female literacy is 47.13%.