Jarakot
Jarakot is a village located in Barkot tehsil of Debagarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Barkot (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Debagarh. As per 2009 stats, Balanda is the gram panchayat of Jarakot village.
Here you can discover what makes Jarakot unique in its vibrant Barkot-Debagarh region. You’ll see Jarakot’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 Jarakot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jarakot is 382904. The village spans a total geographical area of 416 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768110. Debagarh is nearest town to Jarakot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.
Google Map of Jarakot
Population of Jarakot
According to the 2011 Census, Jarakot has a total population of about 235, with approximately 116 males and 119 females. The sex ratio is around 1025 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 39 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 230 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 53.62%, with male literacy at about 56.90% and female literacy near 50.42%. There are around 45 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jarakot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 116 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 114 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 126 | 66 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 50 | 59 |
Connectivity of Jarakot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jarakot. As per the 2011 stats, Jarakot 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 Jarakot
Knowing the nearby villages of Jarakot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jarakot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jarakot
- Where is Jarakot located?
- Jarakot village is situated in Barkot Tehsil, within the Debagarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jarakot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jarakot is Balanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jarakot?
- The pincode of Jarakot is 768110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jarakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jarakot is 235, with 116 males and 119 females.
- How many households are there in Jarakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jarakot village has a total of 45 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jarakot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jarakot is 53.62%. The male literacy rate is 56.90%, while the female literacy rate is 50.42%.