Jailo - Mahanga, Cuttack
Jailo is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Chahapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jailo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jailo is 399540. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 754206 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Jailo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jailo
As per Census 2011, Jailo village has a total population of 652 people, consisting of 335 males and 317 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 482 literate and 170 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jailo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 652 | 335 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 88 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 482 | 267 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 68 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Jailo
Jailo 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 Jailo
Public transport in the Jailo 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Jailo is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jailo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jailo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jailo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jailo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Jailo
Where is Jailo located?
Jailo village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jailo?
The Gram Panchayat of Jailo is Chahapada.
What is the pincode of Jailo?
The pincode of Jailo is 754206.
What is the population of Jailo?
Jailo has a total population of 652, including 335 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Jailo?
There are 165 households in Jailo.
What is the literacy rate in Jailo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jailo is 73.93%. Male literacy is 79.70% and female literacy is 67.82%.