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
As per Census 2011, Jhupurunga village has a total population of 1,845 people, consisting of 920 males and 925 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,320 literate and 525 illiterate residents. Additionally, 402 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 809 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhupurunga are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,845, including 920 males and 925 females.
How many households are there in Jhupurunga?
There are 478 households in Jhupurunga.
What is the literacy rate in Jhupurunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhupurunga is 71.54%. Male literacy is 78.59% and female literacy is 64.54%.