Jidingpanga - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Jidingpanga is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kutikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jidingpanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jidingpanga is 416564. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Jidingpanga 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 Jidingpanga
According to the 2011 Census, Jidingpanga village had a total population of 180 people, including 92 males and 88 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.97%, with male literacy at 81.33% and female literacy at 66.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 174.
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 | 180 | 92 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 89 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 61 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 31 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Jidingpanga
Jidingpanga 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 Jidingpanga
Jidingpanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Jidingpanga is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Jidingpanga is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jidingpanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jidingpanga 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 Jidingpanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jidingpanga 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jidingpanga
Where is Jidingpanga located?
Jidingpanga village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jidingpanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Jidingpanga is Kutikia.
What is the pincode of Jidingpanga?
The pincode of Jidingpanga is 762103.
What is the population of Jidingpanga?
Jidingpanga had a total population of 180, including 92 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Jidingpanga?
Jidingpanga had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jidingpanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jidingpanga was 73.97%. Male literacy was 81.33% and female literacy was 66.20%.