Jodagadia - Oupada, Balasore
Jodagadia is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Oupada and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Talakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jodagadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jodagadia is 393396. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Jodagadia 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 Jodagadia
As per Census 2011, Jodagadia village has a total population of 162 people, consisting of 83 males and 79 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 117 literate and 45 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jodagadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 162 | 83 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 69 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 14 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Jodagadia
Jodagadia 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 Jodagadia
Jodagadia 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Jodagadia is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Jodagadia is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jodagadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jodagadia 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 Jodagadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jodagadia 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 Jodagadia
Where is Jodagadia located?
Jodagadia village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jodagadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jodagadia is Talakia.
What is the pincode of Jodagadia?
The pincode of Jodagadia is 756049.
What is the population of Jodagadia?
Jodagadia has a total population of 162, including 83 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Jodagadia?
There are 33 households in Jodagadia.
What is the literacy rate in Jodagadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jodagadia is 72.22%. Male literacy is 83.13% and female literacy is 60.76%.