Johala - Kantapada, Cuttack
Johala is a village situated in the Kantapada tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Gobindpur and around 35 km from Cuttack. Nahalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Johala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Johala is 400196. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 754003 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Johala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Johala
As per Census 2011, Johala village has a total population of 845 people, consisting of 422 males and 423 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 623 literate and 222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 573 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Johala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 845 | 422 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 39 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 573 | 284 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 336 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 86 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Johala
Johala 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 Johala
Johala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Johala is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Johala is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Johala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Johala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Johala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Johala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Johala
Where is Johala located?
Johala village is located in Kantapada Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Johala?
The Gram Panchayat of Johala is Nahalpur.
What is the pincode of Johala?
The pincode of Johala is 754003.
What is the population of Johala?
Johala has a total population of 845, including 422 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Johala?
There are 204 households in Johala.
What is the literacy rate in Johala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Johala is 73.73%. Male literacy is 79.62% and female literacy is 67.85%.