Jerakanda
Jerakanda is a village located in Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Mahanga (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Lalitagiri is the gram panchayat of Jerakanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Jerakanda unique in its vibrant Mahanga-Cuttack region. You’ll see Jerakanda’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 Jerakanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jerakanda is 399458. The village spans a total geographical area of 80 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754204. Cuttack is nearest town to Jerakanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
Google Map of Jerakanda
Population of Jerakanda
According to the 2011 Census, Jerakanda has a total population of about 920, with approximately 488 males and 432 females. The sex ratio is around 885 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 308 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.57%, with male literacy at about 86.68% and female literacy near 71.53%. There are around 256 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jerakanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 920 | 488 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 51 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 164 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 732 | 423 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 65 | 123 |
Connectivity of Jerakanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jerakanda. As per the 2011 stats, Jerakanda 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jerakanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Jerakanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jerakanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jerakanda
- Where is Jerakanda located?
- Jerakanda village is situated in Mahanga Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jerakanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jerakanda is Lalitagiri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jerakanda?
- The pincode of Jerakanda is 754204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jerakanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jerakanda is 920, with 488 males and 432 females.
- How many households are there in Jerakanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jerakanda village has a total of 256 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jerakanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jerakanda is 79.57%. The male literacy rate is 86.68%, while the female literacy rate is 71.53%.