Jaradanga - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Jaradanga is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Budrukia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaradanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaradanga is 416571. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Jaradanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaradanga
According to the 2011 Census, Jaradanga village had a total population of 19 people, including 9 males and 10 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Jaradanga
Jaradanga 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 Jaradanga
Public transport in the Jaradanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 G. Udayagiri to Jaradanga is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Jaradanga 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 Jaradanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaradanga 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jaradanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaradanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jaradanga
Where is Jaradanga located?
Jaradanga village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaradanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaradanga is Budrukia.
What is the pincode of Jaradanga?
The pincode of Jaradanga is 762110.
What is the population of Jaradanga?
Jaradanga had a total population of 19, including 9 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Jaradanga?
Jaradanga had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaradanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaradanga was 75.00%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 62.50%.