Jayapur - Kasinagar, Gajapati

Jayapur is a village situated in the Kasinagar tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Kashinagara and around 20 km from Paralakhemundi. Kharada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jayapur village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Jayapur is 414557. The village covers a total geographical area of 601 hectares and falls under the 761208 pincode. Kashinagara is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.

Jayapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paralakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Jayapur

According to the 2011 Census, Jayapur village had a total population of 654 people, including 314 males and 340 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.74%, with male literacy at 58.82% and female literacy at 29.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 331, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 111.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Jayapur

Jayapur 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Jayapur

Jayapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hadobhangi Halt, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.8 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashinagara to Jayapur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Jayapur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Jayapur

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jayapur village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Jayapur

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jayapur village are given below:

FAQs about Jayapur