Jarda - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Jarda 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 120 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarda is 385028. The village covers a total geographical area of 884 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Jarda 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 Jarda
According to the 2011 Census, Jarda village had a total population of 1,342 people, including 662 males and 680 females, living in 317 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.81%, with male literacy at 80.41% and female literacy at 57.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 972.
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 | 1,342 | 662 | 680 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 75 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 972 | 477 | 495 |
| Literate Population | 814 | 472 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 190 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Jarda
Jarda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badibahal | South | 1.71 km |
| Bandabahal | West | 2.46 km |
| Budelbahal | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Burda | East | 2.76 km |
| Salebhadi | South | 3.06 km |
| Sudaloi | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Kurmloikela | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Dolesara | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Sanburda | East | 3.72 km |
| Brahmanidei | West | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jarda
Jarda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tangarmunda, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Jarda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Jarda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarda 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 Jarda
Where is Jarda located?
Jarda village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarda?
Jarda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jarda?
The pincode of Jarda is 770043.
What is the population of Jarda?
Jarda had a total population of 1,342, including 662 males and 680 females.
How many households are there in Jarda?
Jarda had 317 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarda was 68.81%. Male literacy was 80.41% and female literacy was 57.38%.