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
As per Census 2011, Joriapatana village has a total population of 666 people, consisting of 318 males and 348 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 379 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 664 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joriapatana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 666 | 318 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 664 | 317 | 347 |
| 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 has a total population of 666, including 318 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Joriapatana?
There are 169 households in Joriapatana.
What is the literacy rate in Joriapatana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joriapatana is 56.91%. Male literacy is 67.61% and female literacy is 47.13%.