Jhupurunga - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Jhupurunga is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhupurunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhupurunga is 383508. The village covers a total geographical area of 745 hectares and falls under the 770024 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Jhupurunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Jhupurunga
According to the 2011 Census, Jhupurunga village had a total population of 1,845 people, including 920 males and 925 females, living in 478 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.29%, with male literacy at 88.60% and female literacy at 72.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 402, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 809.
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 | 1,845 | 920 | 925 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 104 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 402 | 207 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 809 | 391 | 418 |
| Literate Population | 1,320 | 723 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 197 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Jhupurunga
Jhupurunga 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 Jhupurunga
Jhupurunga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sundargarh to Jhupurunga is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Jhupurunga is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhupurunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhupurunga 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 Jhupurunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhupurunga 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhupurunga
Where is Jhupurunga located?
Jhupurunga village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhupurunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhupurunga is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Jhupurunga?
The pincode of Jhupurunga is 770024.
What is the population of Jhupurunga?
Jhupurunga had a total population of 1,845, including 920 males and 925 females.
How many households are there in Jhupurunga?
Jhupurunga had 478 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhupurunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhupurunga was 80.29%. Male literacy was 88.60% and female literacy was 72.10%.