Kajuri - Raikia, Kandhamal
Kajuri is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sugudabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kajuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kajuri is 417567. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kajuri 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 Kajuri
According to the 2011 Census, Kajuri village had a total population of 89 people, including 43 males and 46 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.03%, with male literacy at 81.08% and female literacy at 67.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 89 | 43 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 13 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Kajuri
Kajuri 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 Kajuri
Kajuri 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 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 G. Udayagiri to Kajuri is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kajuri is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kajuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kajuri 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 Kajuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kajuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kajuri
Where is Kajuri located?
Kajuri village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kajuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kajuri is Sugudabadi.
What is the pincode of Kajuri?
The pincode of Kajuri is 762101.
What is the population of Kajuri?
Kajuri had a total population of 89, including 43 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Kajuri?
Kajuri had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kajuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kajuri was 74.03%. Male literacy was 81.08% and female literacy was 67.50%.