Jagannathprasad - Jagannath Prasad, Ganjam
Jagannathprasad is a village situated in the Jagannath Prasad tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagannath Prasad and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Jagannath Prasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagannathprasad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagannathprasad is 410483. The village covers a total geographical area of 680 hectares and falls under the 761121 pincode. Bellaguntha is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Jagannathprasad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jagannathprasad
As per Census 2011, Jagannathprasad village has a total population of 4,527 people, consisting of 2,308 males and 2,219 females. The village has 1,048 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 459 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,337 literate and 1,190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagannathprasad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,527 | 2,308 | 2,219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 225 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,105 | 533 | 572 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,337 | 1,848 | 1,489 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,190 | 460 | 730 |
Nearby Villages of Jagannathprasad
Jagannathprasad 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 Jagannathprasad
Jagannathprasad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bellaguntha to Jagannathprasad is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Jagannathprasad is about 120 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 Jagannathprasad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagannathprasad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jagannathprasad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagannathprasad 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jagannathprasad
Where is Jagannathprasad located?
Jagannathprasad village is located in Jagannath Prasad Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagannathprasad?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagannathprasad is Jagannath Prasad.
What is the pincode of Jagannathprasad?
The pincode of Jagannathprasad is 761121.
What is the population of Jagannathprasad?
Jagannathprasad has a total population of 4,527, including 2,308 males and 2,219 females.
How many households are there in Jagannathprasad?
There are 1,048 households in Jagannathprasad.
What is the literacy rate in Jagannathprasad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagannathprasad is 73.71%. Male literacy is 80.07% and female literacy is 67.10%.