Jusiha - Khaira, Balasore
Jusiha is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Khaira and around 57 km from Baleshwar. Nayakhandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jusiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jusiha is 393495. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 756059 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jusiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jusiha
As per Census 2011, Jusiha village has a total population of 51 people, consisting of 26 males and 25 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 36 literate and 15 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jusiha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Jusiha
Jusiha 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 Jusiha
Public transport in the Jusiha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Jusiha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Jusiha is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jusiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jusiha 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jusiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jusiha 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jusiha
Where is Jusiha located?
Jusiha village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jusiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jusiha is Nayakhandi.
What is the pincode of Jusiha?
The pincode of Jusiha is 756059.
What is the population of Jusiha?
Jusiha has a total population of 51, including 26 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Jusiha?
There are 15 households in Jusiha.
What is the literacy rate in Jusiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jusiha is 70.59%. Male literacy is 69.23% and female literacy is 72.00%.