Kesarijhima - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Kesarijhima is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Ankelbira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kesarijhima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kesarijhima is 383625. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 770075 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kesarijhima 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 Kesarijhima
As per Census 2011, Kesarijhima village has a total population of 300 people, consisting of 150 males and 150 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kesarijhima are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 300 | 150 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 113 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 37 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Kesarijhima
Kesarijhima 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 Kesarijhima
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kesarijhima. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kesarijhima.
| 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 Belpahar to Kesarijhima is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kesarijhima is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kesarijhima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kesarijhima village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kesarijhima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kesarijhima village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kesarijhima
Where is Kesarijhima located?
Kesarijhima village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kesarijhima?
The Gram Panchayat of Kesarijhima is Ankelbira.
What is the pincode of Kesarijhima?
The pincode of Kesarijhima is 770075.
What is the population of Kesarijhima?
Kesarijhima has a total population of 300, including 150 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Kesarijhima?
There are 81 households in Kesarijhima.
What is the literacy rate in Kesarijhima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesarijhima is 71.33%. Male literacy is 75.33% and female literacy is 67.33%.