Juba - Mohana, Gajapati
Juba is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Juba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juba is 413690. The village covers a total geographical area of 324 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Juba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Juba
According to the 2011 Census, Juba village had a total population of 432 people, including 207 males and 225 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.17%, with male literacy at 30.77% and female literacy at 16.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 410.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 432 | 207 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 410 | 196 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 48 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 159 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Juba
Juba 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 Juba
Juba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Juba is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Juba is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Juba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Juba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Juba
Where is Juba located?
Juba village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Juba?
Juba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Juba?
The pincode of Juba is 761017.
What is the population of Juba?
Juba had a total population of 432, including 207 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Juba?
Juba had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Juba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juba was 23.17%. Male literacy was 30.77% and female literacy was 16.28%.