Jaldihi - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Jaldihi is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kurda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaldihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaldihi is 384903. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 770044 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Jaldihi 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 Jaldihi
According to the 2011 Census, Jaldihi village had a total population of 292 people, including 142 males and 150 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.92%, with male literacy at 73.45% and female literacy at 53.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 292 | 142 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 83 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 59 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Jaldihi
Jaldihi 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 Jaldihi
Public transport in the Jaldihi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Jaldihi is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Jaldihi is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaldihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaldihi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jaldihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaldihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaldihi
Where is Jaldihi located?
Jaldihi village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaldihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaldihi is Kurda.
What is the pincode of Jaldihi?
The pincode of Jaldihi is 770044.
What is the population of Jaldihi?
Jaldihi had a total population of 292, including 142 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Jaldihi?
Jaldihi had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaldihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaldihi was 62.92%. Male literacy was 73.45% and female literacy was 53.54%.