Jaka
Jaka is a village located in Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Parajang (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Manikamara is the gram panchayat of Jaka village.
Here you can discover what makes Jaka unique in its vibrant Parajang-Dhenkanal region. You’ll see Jaka’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 Jaka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jaka is 402225. The village spans a total geographical area of 431 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759146. Talcher is nearest town to Jaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Jaka
Population of Jaka
According to the 2011 Census, Jaka has a total population of about 1,242, with approximately 641 males and 601 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 248 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 74.72%, with male literacy at about 85.34% and female literacy near 63.39%. There are around 330 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jaka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,242 | 641 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 66 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 125 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 928 | 547 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 94 | 220 |
Connectivity of Jaka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jaka. As per the 2011 stats, Jaka 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jaka
Knowing the nearby villages of Jaka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jaka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jaka
- Where is Jaka located?
- Jaka village is situated in Parajang Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jaka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jaka is Manikamara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jaka?
- The pincode of Jaka is 759146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jaka is 1,242, with 641 males and 601 females.
- How many households are there in Jaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jaka village has a total of 330 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jaka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jaka is 74.72%. The male literacy rate is 85.34%, while the female literacy rate is 63.39%.