Jatajiri - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Jatajiri is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kasinipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jatajiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jatajiri is 416227. The village covers a total geographical area of 249 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jatajiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jatajiri
As per Census 2011, Jatajiri village has a total population of 501 people, consisting of 239 males and 262 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 299 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jatajiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 501 | 239 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 176 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 63 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Jatajiri
Jatajiri 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 Jatajiri
Public transport in the Jatajiri 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Jatajiri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Jatajiri is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jatajiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jatajiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jatajiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jatajiri 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 Jatajiri
Where is Jatajiri located?
Jatajiri village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jatajiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Jatajiri is Kasinipadar.
What is the pincode of Jatajiri?
The pincode of Jatajiri is 762011.
What is the population of Jatajiri?
Jatajiri has a total population of 501, including 239 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Jatajiri?
There are 120 households in Jatajiri.
What is the literacy rate in Jatajiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jatajiri is 59.68%. Male literacy is 73.64% and female literacy is 46.95%.