Jalarpur - Niali, Cuttack
Jalarpur is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Jalarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalarpur is 400353. The village covers a total geographical area of 464 hectares and falls under the 754004 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jalarpur 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 Jalarpur
As per Census 2011, Jalarpur village has a total population of 2,507 people, consisting of 1,262 males and 1,245 females. The village has 515 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,794 literate and 713 illiterate residents. Additionally, 437 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,507 | 1,262 | 1,245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 107 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 214 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,794 | 1,013 | 781 |
| Illiterate Population | 713 | 249 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Jalarpur
Jalarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Waupali | North | 1.56 km |
| Tolagopinathpur | South | 1.64 km |
| Lunigan | East | 1.95 km |
| Kantapara | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Solamanga | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Sahanajpur | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Harishpur | West | 2.51 km |
| Baharana | North | 2.53 km |
| Barimundei | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Tampada | South-East | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jalarpur
Jalarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raghunathpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Jalarpur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Jalarpur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jalarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalarpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jalarpur
Where is Jalarpur located?
Jalarpur village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalarpur?
Jalarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalarpur?
The pincode of Jalarpur is 754004.
What is the population of Jalarpur?
Jalarpur has a total population of 2,507, including 1,262 males and 1,245 females.
How many households are there in Jalarpur?
There are 515 households in Jalarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jalarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalarpur is 71.56%. Male literacy is 80.27% and female literacy is 62.73%.