Jankhuri - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Jankhuri is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Kailo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jankhuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jankhuri is 398341. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 754108 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jankhuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jankhuri
As per Census 2011, Jankhuri village has a total population of 283 people, consisting of 129 males and 154 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,193 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 233 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jankhuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 283 | 129 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 109 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 20 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Jankhuri
Jankhuri 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 Jankhuri
Jankhuri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Jankhuri is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jankhuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jankhuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jankhuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jankhuri 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 Jankhuri
Where is Jankhuri located?
Jankhuri village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jankhuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Jankhuri is Kailo.
What is the pincode of Jankhuri?
The pincode of Jankhuri is 754108.
What is the population of Jankhuri?
Jankhuri has a total population of 283, including 129 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Jankhuri?
There are 62 households in Jankhuri.
What is the literacy rate in Jankhuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jankhuri is 82.33%. Male literacy is 84.50% and female literacy is 80.52%.