Jangama - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Jangama is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Karapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jangama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jangama is 412870. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 761042 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jangama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jangama
As per Census 2011, Jangama village has a total population of 267 people, consisting of 138 males and 129 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jangama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 267 | 138 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 106 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 32 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Jangama
Jangama 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Brundabanapalli | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Krushnakrupamayapur | East | 1.37 km |
| Sumantapur | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Karapada | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Nuabandhapalli | South | 1.59 km |
| Badadumula | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Birapadmanabhapur | North | 2.21 km |
| Sanadumula | North | 2.46 km |
| Khemanda | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Dekhali | West | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jangama
Jangama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Golanthra, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Digapahandi to Jangama is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Jangama is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jangama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jangama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jangama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jangama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jangama
Where is Jangama located?
Jangama village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jangama?
The Gram Panchayat of Jangama is Karapada.
What is the pincode of Jangama?
The pincode of Jangama is 761042.
What is the population of Jangama?
Jangama has a total population of 267, including 138 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Jangama?
There are 65 households in Jangama.
What is the literacy rate in Jangama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jangama is 61.05%. Male literacy is 76.81% and female literacy is 44.19%.