Jhinkiria - Tihidi, Bhadrak
Jhinkiria is a village situated in the Tihidi tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tihidi and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Mukundapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhinkiria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhinkiria is 395125. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 756130 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jhinkiria 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 Jhinkiria
As per Census 2011, Jhinkiria village has a total population of 732 people, consisting of 356 males and 376 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 548 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhinkiria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 732 | 356 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 46 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 86 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 262 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 94 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Jhinkiria
Jhinkiria 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 Jhinkiria
Public transport in the Jhinkiria is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Jhinkiria is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Jhinkiria is about 23 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 Jhinkiria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhinkiria 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 Jhinkiria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhinkiria 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhinkiria
Where is Jhinkiria located?
Jhinkiria village is located in Tihidi Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhinkiria?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhinkiria is Mukundapur.
What is the pincode of Jhinkiria?
The pincode of Jhinkiria is 756130.
What is the population of Jhinkiria?
Jhinkiria has a total population of 732, including 356 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Jhinkiria?
There are 179 households in Jhinkiria.
What is the literacy rate in Jhinkiria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhinkiria is 74.86%. Male literacy is 73.60% and female literacy is 76.06%.