Jokagadia - Oupada, Balasore
Jokagadia is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Oupada and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Badapokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jokagadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jokagadia is 393341. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jokagadia 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 Jokagadia
According to the 2011 Census, Jokagadia village had a total population of 250 people, including 111 males and 139 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,252 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.70%, with male literacy at 89.36% and female literacy at 70.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 229.
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 | 250 | 111 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 100 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 84 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 27 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Jokagadia
Jokagadia 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 Jokagadia
Jokagadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jokagadia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Jokagadia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Jokagadia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jokagadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jokagadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jokagadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jokagadia 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 Jokagadia
Where is Jokagadia located?
Jokagadia village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jokagadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jokagadia is Badapokhari.
What is the pincode of Jokagadia?
The pincode of Jokagadia is 756047.
What is the population of Jokagadia?
Jokagadia had a total population of 250, including 111 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Jokagadia?
Jokagadia had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jokagadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jokagadia was 78.70%. Male literacy was 89.36% and female literacy was 70.49%.