Jagannathpur - Basudevpur, Bhadrak
Jagannathpur is a village situated in the Basudevpur tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Basudebpur and around 55 km from Bhadrak. Jagannathpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagannathpur is 394893. The village covers a total geographical area of 226 hectares and falls under the 756125 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jagannathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basudevpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jagannathpur
As per Census 2011, Jagannathpur village has a total population of 2,554 people, consisting of 1,236 males and 1,318 females. The village has 523 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,582 literate and 972 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagannathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,554 | 1,236 | 1,318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 182 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,332 | 659 | 673 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,582 | 846 | 736 |
| Illiterate Population | 972 | 390 | 582 |
Nearby Villages of Jagannathpur
Jagannathpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Radhamohanpur | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Jireigadi | South | 1.40 km |
| Bachhada | East | 2.13 km |
| Parsurampur | West | 2.15 km |
| Palasahi | North | 2.34 km |
| Dianpahi | North | 2.47 km |
| Padhuan | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Sankharu | South | 2.64 km |
| Artung | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Anantapur | North-West | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jagannathpur
Public transport in the Jagannathpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Soro, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basudebpur to Jagannathpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Jagannathpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagannathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagannathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jagannathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagannathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jagannathpur
Where is Jagannathpur located?
Jagannathpur village is located in Basudevpur Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagannathpur?
Jagannathpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jagannathpur?
The pincode of Jagannathpur is 756125.
What is the population of Jagannathpur?
Jagannathpur has a total population of 2,554, including 1,236 males and 1,318 females.
How many households are there in Jagannathpur?
There are 523 households in Jagannathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jagannathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagannathpur is 61.94%. Male literacy is 68.45% and female literacy is 55.84%.