Jhajia
Jhajia is a village located in Badamba tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Badamba (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Jhajia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jhajia unique in its vibrant Badamba-Cuttack region. You’ll see Jhajia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jhajia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhajia is 398803. The village spans a total geographical area of 308 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754031. Badamba is nearest town to Jhajia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Jhajia
Population of Jhajia
According to the 2011 Census, Jhajia has a total population of about 2,972, with approximately 1,556 males and 1,416 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 357 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 634 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 220. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.93%, with male literacy at about 78.41% and female literacy near 62.71%. There are around 673 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhajia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,972 | 1,556 | 1,416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 185 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 634 | 315 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 118 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 2,108 | 1,220 | 888 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 336 | 528 |
Connectivity of Jhajia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhajia. As per the 2011 stats, Jhajia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhajia
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhajia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhajia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhajia
- Where is Jhajia located?
- Jhajia village is situated in Badamba Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhajia?
- Jhajia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jhajia?
- The pincode of Jhajia is 754031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhajia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhajia is 2,972, with 1,556 males and 1,416 females.
- How many households are there in Jhajia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhajia village has a total of 673 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhajia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhajia is 70.93%. The male literacy rate is 78.41%, while the female literacy rate is 62.71%.