Jakar - Rayagada, Gajapati

Jakar is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Garabandha and around 80 km from Paralakhemundi. Kerandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jakar village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakar is 414905. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 761201 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.

Jakar 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 Jakar

According to the 2011 Census, Jakar village had a total population of 103 people, including 45 males and 58 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,289 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.44%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 48.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 103.

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

Nearby Villages of Jakar

Jakar 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 Jakar

Public transport in the Jakar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Summadevi, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 144.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Jakar is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Jakar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Jakar

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

Health Facilities in Jakar

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

FAQs about Jakar