Joriapatana - Nilagiri, Balasore
Joriapatana is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Nilagiri and around 30 km from Baleshwar. Shyamasundarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joriapatana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joriapatana is 393207. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 756040 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Joriapatana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joriapatana
According to the 2011 Census, Joriapatana village had a total population of 666 people, including 318 males and 348 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.24%, with male literacy at 85.66% and female literacy at 58.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 664.
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 | 666 | 318 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 664 | 317 | 347 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 215 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 103 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Joriapatana
Joriapatana 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 Joriapatana
Joriapatana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Nilagiri to Joriapatana is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Joriapatana 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 Joriapatana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joriapatana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Joriapatana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joriapatana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Joriapatana
Where is Joriapatana located?
Joriapatana village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Joriapatana?
The Gram Panchayat of Joriapatana is Shyamasundarpur.
What is the pincode of Joriapatana?
The pincode of Joriapatana is 756040.
What is the population of Joriapatana?
Joriapatana had a total population of 666, including 318 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Joriapatana?
Joriapatana had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joriapatana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joriapatana was 71.24%. Male literacy was 85.66% and female literacy was 58.36%.