Jhirpani - Koida, Sundargarh
Jhirpani is a village situated in the Koida tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koida and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kalta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhirpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhirpani is 384749. The village covers a total geographical area of 1256 hectares and falls under the 770052 pincode. Barbil is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Jhirpani 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 Jhirpani
According to the 2011 Census, Jhirpani village had a total population of 1,000 people, including 490 males and 510 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.69%, with male literacy at 47.30% and female literacy at 30.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 986.
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 | 1,000 | 490 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 82 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 986 | 482 | 504 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 193 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 297 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Jhirpani
Jhirpani 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 Jhirpani
Jhirpani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Barbil to Jhirpani is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Jhirpani is about 52 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 Jhirpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhirpani 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhirpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhirpani 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 Jhirpani
Where is Jhirpani located?
Jhirpani village is located in Koida Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhirpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhirpani is Kalta.
What is the pincode of Jhirpani?
The pincode of Jhirpani is 770052.
What is the population of Jhirpani?
Jhirpani had a total population of 1,000, including 490 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Jhirpani?
Jhirpani had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhirpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhirpani was 38.69%. Male literacy was 47.30% and female literacy was 30.19%.