Jalapanka - Oupada, Balasore
Jalapanka is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Oupada and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Talakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalapanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalapanka is 393369. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jalapanka 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 Jalapanka
As per Census 2011, Jalapanka village has a total population of 107 people, consisting of 49 males and 58 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,183 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 87 literate and 20 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalapanka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 107 | 49 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 3 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Jalapanka
Jalapanka 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 Jalapanka
Jalapanka 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Jalapanka is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Jalapanka is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalapanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalapanka 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jalapanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalapanka 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 Jalapanka
Where is Jalapanka located?
Jalapanka village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalapanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalapanka is Talakia.
What is the pincode of Jalapanka?
The pincode of Jalapanka is 756049.
What is the population of Jalapanka?
Jalapanka has a total population of 107, including 49 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Jalapanka?
There are 26 households in Jalapanka.
What is the literacy rate in Jalapanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalapanka is 81.31%. Male literacy is 93.88% and female literacy is 70.69%.