Jagannathpur - Bahanaga, Balasore
Jagannathpur is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Soro and around 30 km from Baleshwar. Baripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagannathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagannathpur is 393926. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 756044 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Jagannathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jagannathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Jagannathpur village had a total population of 684 people, including 355 males and 329 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.62%, with male literacy at 82.65% and female literacy at 62.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 435, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 684 | 355 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 61 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 435 | 220 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 243 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 112 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Jagannathpur
Jagannathpur 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 Jagannathpur
Public transport in the Jagannathpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jagannathpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Jagannathpur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Jagannathpur is about 30 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 Jagannathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagannathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jagannathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagannathpur 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 Jagannathpur
Where is Jagannathpur located?
Jagannathpur village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jagannathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagannathpur is Baripada.
What is the pincode of Jagannathpur?
The pincode of Jagannathpur is 756044.
What is the population of Jagannathpur?
Jagannathpur had a total population of 684, including 355 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Jagannathpur?
Jagannathpur had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jagannathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagannathpur was 72.62%. Male literacy was 82.65% and female literacy was 62.19%.