Jakamaha - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Jakamaha is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Lingagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jakamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakamaha is 415817. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Jakamaha 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 Jakamaha
As per Census 2011, Jakamaha village has a total population of 178 people, consisting of 86 males and 92 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 163 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jakamaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 178 | 86 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 77 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 57 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 29 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Jakamaha
Jakamaha 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 Jakamaha
Jakamaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Jakamaha is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Jakamaha is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakamaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jakamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakamaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jakamaha
Where is Jakamaha located?
Jakamaha village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakamaha is Lingagada.
What is the pincode of Jakamaha?
The pincode of Jakamaha is 762100.
What is the population of Jakamaha?
Jakamaha has a total population of 178, including 86 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Jakamaha?
There are 52 households in Jakamaha.
What is the literacy rate in Jakamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakamaha is 53.93%. Male literacy is 66.28% and female literacy is 42.39%.