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
As per Census 2011, Jodibahal village has a total population of 534 people, consisting of 266 males and 268 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 218 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 510 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jodibahal are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 534, including 266 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Jodibahal?
There are 117 households in Jodibahal.
What is the literacy rate in Jodibahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jodibahal is 40.82%. Male literacy is 47.74% and female literacy is 33.96%.