Jira - Mahanga, Cuttack
Jira is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Paikarapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jira is 399509. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 754206 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Jira 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 Jira
As per Census 2011, Jira village has a total population of 286 people, consisting of 147 males and 139 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 210 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 286 | 147 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 118 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 29 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Jira
Jira 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 Jira
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jira.
| 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 Cuttack to Jira is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jira 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jira 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jira
Where is Jira located?
Jira village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jira?
The Gram Panchayat of Jira is Paikarapur.
What is the pincode of Jira?
The pincode of Jira is 754206.
What is the population of Jira?
Jira has a total population of 286, including 147 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Jira?
There are 60 households in Jira.
What is the literacy rate in Jira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jira is 73.43%. Male literacy is 80.27% and female literacy is 66.19%.