Jahangar - Derabish, Kendrapara
Jahangar is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Palei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jahangar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jahangar is 396690. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 754208 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jahangar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jahangar
As per Census 2011, Jahangar village has a total population of 524 people, consisting of 275 males and 249 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 456 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jahangar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 524 | 275 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 247 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 28 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Jahangar
Jahangar 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 Jahangar
Jahangar 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 5-10 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 Kendrapara to Jahangar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Jahangar is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jahangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jahangar 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 Jahangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jahangar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jahangar
Where is Jahangar located?
Jahangar village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jahangar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jahangar is Palei.
What is the pincode of Jahangar?
The pincode of Jahangar is 754208.
What is the population of Jahangar?
Jahangar has a total population of 524, including 275 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Jahangar?
There are 119 households in Jahangar.
What is the literacy rate in Jahangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jahangar is 87.02%. Male literacy is 89.82% and female literacy is 83.94%.