Juba - Belpara, Balangir
Juba is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Juba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juba is 420942. The village covers a total geographical area of 675 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Juba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Juba
As per Census 2011, Juba village has a total population of 1,669 people, consisting of 837 males and 832 females. The village has 429 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 828 literate and 841 illiterate residents. Additionally, 279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 802 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Juba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,669 | 837 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 102 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 130 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 802 | 400 | 402 |
| Literate Population | 828 | 502 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 841 | 335 | 506 |
Nearby Villages of Juba
Juba is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dangarpara | South | 1.43 km |
| Bhuliabandh | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Dangartal | South | 2.44 km |
| Khalipathar | West | 2.64 km |
| Bindhanpathar | North | 2.65 km |
| Nagphena | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Bileimara | East | 3.14 km |
| Jharphatamunda | South | 3.26 km |
| Maghamara | East | 3.26 km |
| Kendumundi | North-East | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Juba
Juba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.0 km.
| 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 Patnagarh to Juba is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Juba is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Juba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Juba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juba 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Juba
Where is Juba located?
Juba village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Juba?
Juba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Juba?
The pincode of Juba is 767025.
What is the population of Juba?
Juba has a total population of 1,669, including 837 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Juba?
There are 429 households in Juba.
What is the literacy rate in Juba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juba is 49.61%. Male literacy is 59.98% and female literacy is 39.18%.