Janhiapada - Oupada, Balasore
Janhiapada is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Oupada and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Rairamachandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janhiapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janhiapada is 393393. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Janhiapada 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 Janhiapada
According to the 2011 Census, Janhiapada village had a total population of 368 people, including 188 males and 180 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.35%, with male literacy at 91.25% and female literacy at 79.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 368 | 188 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 146 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 42 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Janhiapada
Janhiapada 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 Janhiapada
Janhiapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Janhiapada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Janhiapada 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 Janhiapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janhiapada 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 Janhiapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janhiapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Janhiapada
Where is Janhiapada located?
Janhiapada village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Janhiapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Janhiapada is Rairamachandrapur.
What is the pincode of Janhiapada?
The pincode of Janhiapada is 756049.
What is the population of Janhiapada?
Janhiapada had a total population of 368, including 188 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Janhiapada?
Janhiapada had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janhiapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janhiapada was 85.35%. Male literacy was 91.25% and female literacy was 79.22%.