Joradanga - Kaniha, Angul
Joradanga is a village situated in the Kaniha tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Kaniha and around 40 km from Anugul . Badagundri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joradanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joradanga is 403798. The village covers a total geographical area of 9 hectares and falls under the 759117 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Joradanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talcher Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joradanga
According to the 2011 Census, Joradanga village had a total population of 220 people, including 113 males and 107 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.93%, with male literacy at 94.23% and female literacy at 78.95%.
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 | 220 | 113 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 98 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 15 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Joradanga
Joradanga 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 Joradanga
Joradanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talcher to Joradanga is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Joradanga is about 40 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 Joradanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joradanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Joradanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joradanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Joradanga
Where is Joradanga located?
Joradanga village is located in Kaniha Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joradanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Joradanga is Badagundri.
What is the pincode of Joradanga?
The pincode of Joradanga is 759117.
What is the population of Joradanga?
Joradanga had a total population of 220, including 113 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Joradanga?
Joradanga had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joradanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joradanga was 86.93%. Male literacy was 94.23% and female literacy was 78.95%.