Juangia - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Juangia is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 142 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sonepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Juangia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juangia is 417508. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Juangia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Juangia
According to the 2011 Census, Juangia village had a total population of 238 people, including 118 males and 120 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.09%, with male literacy at 54.88% and female literacy at 18.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 236.
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 | 238 | 118 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 117 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 45 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 73 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Juangia
Juangia 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 Juangia
Public transport in the Juangia 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 Juangia is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Juangia is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Juangia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juangia 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 Juangia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juangia 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 Juangia
Where is Juangia located?
Juangia village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Juangia?
The Gram Panchayat of Juangia is Sonepur.
What is the pincode of Juangia?
The pincode of Juangia is 762104.
What is the population of Juangia?
Juangia had a total population of 238, including 118 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Juangia?
Juangia had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Juangia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juangia was 36.09%. Male literacy was 54.88% and female literacy was 18.39%.