Jankharai - Remuna, Balasore
Jankharai is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 12 km from Baleshwar. Chaskhand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jankharai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jankharai is 392654. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 756003 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jankharai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jankharai
According to the 2011 Census, Jankharai village had a total population of 1,392 people, including 720 males and 672 females, living in 295 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.79%, with male literacy at 71.03% and female literacy at 53.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 1,392 | 720 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 116 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 429 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 668 | 291 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Jankharai
Jankharai 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 Jankharai
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jankharai. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jankharai.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Jankharai is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Jankharai is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jankharai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jankharai 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jankharai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jankharai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jankharai
Where is Jankharai located?
Jankharai village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jankharai?
The Gram Panchayat of Jankharai is Chaskhand.
What is the pincode of Jankharai?
The pincode of Jankharai is 756003.
What is the population of Jankharai?
Jankharai had a total population of 1,392, including 720 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Jankharai?
Jankharai had 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jankharai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jankharai was 62.79%. Male literacy was 71.03% and female literacy was 53.73%.