Jokabandha - Polasara, Ganjam
Jokabandha is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gochabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jokabandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jokabandha is 411512. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Jokabandha 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 Jokabandha
As per Census 2011, Jokabandha village has a total population of 915 people, consisting of 476 males and 439 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 448 literate and 467 illiterate residents. Additionally, 459 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jokabandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 915 | 476 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 79 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 459 | 240 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 269 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 207 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Jokabandha
Jokabandha 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 Jokabandha
Jokabandha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Polasara to Jokabandha is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Jokabandha 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 Jokabandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jokabandha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jokabandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jokabandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jokabandha
Where is Jokabandha located?
Jokabandha village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jokabandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jokabandha is Gochabadi.
What is the pincode of Jokabandha?
The pincode of Jokabandha is 761105.
What is the population of Jokabandha?
Jokabandha has a total population of 915, including 476 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Jokabandha?
There are 198 households in Jokabandha.
What is the literacy rate in Jokabandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jokabandha is 48.96%. Male literacy is 56.51% and female literacy is 40.77%.