Jharbeda - Kutra, Sundargarh
Jharbeda is a village situated in the Kutra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutra and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jharbeda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharbeda is 384175. The village covers a total geographical area of 1111 hectares and falls under the 770070 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jharbeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jharbeda
As per Census 2011, Jharbeda village has a total population of 4,456 people, consisting of 2,165 males and 2,291 females. The village has 913 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 521 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,059 literate and 1,397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 262 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,548 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharbeda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,456 | 2,165 | 2,291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 521 | 285 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 128 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,548 | 1,731 | 1,817 |
| Literate Population | 3,059 | 1,567 | 1,492 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,397 | 598 | 799 |
Nearby Villages of Jharbeda
Jharbeda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sangudiali | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Badgudiali | East | 2.95 km |
| Gariamunda | South | 3.05 km |
| Katang | North | 3.36 km |
| Kunumuru | East | 4.11 km |
| Ramabahal | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Lanjiberna | North | 4.49 km |
| Tunmura | West | 4.63 km |
| Litibeda | North-West | 4.64 km |
| Raikakachhar | South | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jharbeda
Jharbeda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sonakhan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Jharbeda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Jharbeda 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 Jharbeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharbeda 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 Jharbeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharbeda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jharbeda
Where is Jharbeda located?
Jharbeda village is located in Kutra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharbeda?
Jharbeda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jharbeda?
The pincode of Jharbeda is 770070.
What is the population of Jharbeda?
Jharbeda has a total population of 4,456, including 2,165 males and 2,291 females.
How many households are there in Jharbeda?
There are 913 households in Jharbeda.
What is the literacy rate in Jharbeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharbeda is 68.65%. Male literacy is 72.38% and female literacy is 65.12%.