Joragadia - Bhandari Pokhari, Bhadrak
Joragadia is a village situated in the Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhandari Pokhari and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Napanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joragadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joragadia is 394487. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 756120 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Joragadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhandaripokhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joragadia
As per Census 2011, Joragadia village has a total population of 667 people, consisting of 311 males and 356 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 1,144 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 531 literate and 136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joragadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 667 | 311 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 531 | 267 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 44 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Joragadia
Joragadia 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 Joragadia
Joragadia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Joragadia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhadrak to Joragadia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joragadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joragadia 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 Joragadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joragadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Joragadia
Where is Joragadia located?
Joragadia village is located in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joragadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Joragadia is Napanga.
What is the pincode of Joragadia?
The pincode of Joragadia is 756120.
What is the population of Joragadia?
Joragadia has a total population of 667, including 311 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Joragadia?
There are 150 households in Joragadia.
What is the literacy rate in Joragadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joragadia is 79.61%. Male literacy is 85.85% and female literacy is 74.16%.