Jamajora - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Jamajora is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 139 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Judaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamajora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamajora is 417189. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 106 km away.
Jamajora 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 Jamajora
As per Census 2011, Jamajora village has a total population of 263 people, consisting of 130 males and 133 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamajora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 263 | 130 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 48 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 80 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 50 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Jamajora
Jamajora 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 Jamajora
Jamajora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Rayagada to Jamajora is about 106 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Jamajora is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamajora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamajora 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 Jamajora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamajora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jamajora
Where is Jamajora located?
Jamajora village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamajora?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamajora is Judaballi.
What is the pincode of Jamajora?
The pincode of Jamajora is 762105.
What is the population of Jamajora?
Jamajora has a total population of 263, including 130 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Jamajora?
There are 61 households in Jamajora.
What is the literacy rate in Jamajora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamajora is 46.01%. Male literacy is 61.54% and female literacy is 30.83%.