Jeak - Buguda, Ganjam
Jeak is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Karachuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jeak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jeak is 410365. The village covers a total geographical area of 305 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Jeak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jeak
As per Census 2011, Jeak village has a total population of 1,331 people, consisting of 630 males and 701 females. The village has 329 households and a sex ratio of 1,112 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 774 literate and 557 illiterate residents. Additionally, 443 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jeak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,331 | 630 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 84 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 443 | 201 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 774 | 393 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 237 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Jeak
Jeak 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gahanapalli | East | 1.09 km |
| Karachuli | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Udayapur | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Bhabasara | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Saradhapur | South | 3.12 km |
| Nimapalli | West | 3.17 km |
| Samalai | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Jhadapada | South-East | 4.18 km |
| Kanheipur | South | 4.18 km |
| Matajhari | South-West | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jeak
Jeak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buguda to Jeak is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Jeak is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jeak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jeak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jeak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jeak 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jeak
Where is Jeak located?
Jeak village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jeak?
The Gram Panchayat of Jeak is Karachuli.
What is the pincode of Jeak?
The pincode of Jeak is 761118.
What is the population of Jeak?
Jeak has a total population of 1,331, including 630 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Jeak?
There are 329 households in Jeak.
What is the literacy rate in Jeak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jeak is 58.15%. Male literacy is 62.38% and female literacy is 54.35%.