Jharsuguda Odisha – Latest Information(2023)
Jharsuguda is located in the western part of Odisha, near the border with Chhattisgarh. It lies approximately 340 kilometers west of the state capital, Bhubaneswar.
Geography:
Jharsuguda is situated in the western part of the state of Odisha, India. It is located at a latitude of 21.84°N and a longitude of 84.01°E. The district is situated on a plateau region with undulating terrain. The city is located at an average elevation of about 218 meters (715 feet) above sea level. The surrounding landscape consists of hills, forests, and agricultural plains. The city is located near the banks of the Ib River, a tributary of the Mahanadi River. The Ib River flows through the district of Jharsuguda, and its water is used for irrigation and other purposes. The district experiences a tropical climate with distinct seasons. Summers (March to June) are hot and humid, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C (104°F). Monsoons (July to September) bring heavy rainfall due to the southwest monsoon. Winters (December to February) are relatively mild, with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 25°C (50°F to 77°F). |
Divisions:
Sub-Divisions | 1.Jharsuguda |
Blocks | 1. Jharsuguda 2. Lakhanpur 3. Laikera 4. Kirmira 5. Kolabira |
Tahasils | 1. Jharsuguda 2. Lakhanpur 3. Laikera 4. Kirmira 5. Kolabira |
Assembly Constituencies | 1. Brajarajnagar 2. Jharsuguda |
Parliamentary Constituencies | 1. Bargarh |
Communication:
By Air The nearest Airport is Veer Surendra Sai Airport Jharsuguda . By Train Nearest Railway Station is Jharsuguda Junction . By Road From Bhubaneswar, it is 338 km. on the N.H. |
Other Information:
Country | India |
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State | Odisha |
Headquarters | Jharsuguda |
Total Area | 2,081 km2 (803 sq mi) |
Official Languages | Odia, English |
Spoken | Sambalpuri |
Other Local Language | Kurukh, Munda, Kharia |
Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
PIN Codes | 768XXX |
Vehicle registration | OD-23 |
Nearest city | Sambalpur, Rourkela, Sundargarh |
Precipitation | 1,527 mm (60.1 in) |
Avg. summer temperature | 46.7 °C (116.1 °F) |
Helpline Numbers:
District Emergency Control Room, Collectorate : | 06645-272902 06645-272233 |
Fire : | 101 |
Police : | 100 06645-274111 |
District Emergency Control Room, Collectorate : | 108 |
Police stations:
1. Jharsuguda P.S.
2. Jharsuguda Sadar P.S.
3. Badmal P.S.
4. Kolabira P.S.
5. Laikera P.S.
6. Brajarajnagar P.S.
7. Orient P.S.
8. Belpahar P.S.
9. Banharpali P.S.
10. Lakhanpur P.S.
11. Rengali P.S.
Tourist Places:
Chandi Mandir | Direction Map |
Jhadeswar Temple | Direction Map |
Koilighughar waterfall | Direction Map |
Pahadi Mandir | Direction Map |