Jerapara - Bangomunda, Balangir
Jerapara is a village situated in the Bangomunda tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangomunda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Gandharabanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jerapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jerapara is 421293. The village covers a total geographical area of 288 hectares and falls under the 767040 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jerapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantabanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jerapara
As per Census 2011, Jerapara village has a total population of 823 people, consisting of 409 males and 414 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 386 literate and 437 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 316 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jerapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 823 | 409 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 58 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 316 | 151 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 247 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 162 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Jerapara
Jerapara 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 Jerapara
Public transport in the Jerapara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jerapara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Jerapara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Jerapara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jerapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jerapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jerapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jerapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jerapara
Where is Jerapara located?
Jerapara village is located in Bangomunda Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jerapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jerapara is Gandharabanda.
What is the pincode of Jerapara?
The pincode of Jerapara is 767040.
What is the population of Jerapara?
Jerapara has a total population of 823, including 409 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Jerapara?
There are 218 households in Jerapara.
What is the literacy rate in Jerapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jerapara is 46.90%. Male literacy is 60.39% and female literacy is 33.57%.