Jodibahal - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Jodibahal is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Khuntagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jodibahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jodibahal is 384931. The village covers a total geographical area of 330 hectares and falls under the 770044 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Jodibahal 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 Jodibahal
According to the 2011 Census, Jodibahal village had a total population of 534 people, including 266 males and 268 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.58%, with male literacy at 61.06% and female literacy at 40.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 510.
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 | 534 | 266 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 58 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 510 | 254 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 127 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 139 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Jodibahal
Jodibahal 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 Jodibahal
Public transport in the Jodibahal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Raurkela to Jodibahal is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Jodibahal is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jodibahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jodibahal 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 Jodibahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jodibahal 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 Jodibahal
Where is Jodibahal located?
Jodibahal village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jodibahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Jodibahal is Khuntagaon.
What is the pincode of Jodibahal?
The pincode of Jodibahal is 770044.
What is the population of Jodibahal?
Jodibahal had a total population of 534, including 266 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Jodibahal?
Jodibahal had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jodibahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jodibahal was 50.58%. Male literacy was 61.06% and female literacy was 40.81%.