Jajanga - Kendrapara
Jajanga is a village situated in the Kendrapara tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Kendrapara Sadar and around 84 km from Kendrapara . Kapaleswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jajanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jajanga is 396379. The village covers a total geographical area of 369 hectares and falls under the 754250 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Jajanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kendrapara Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Jajanga
As per Census 2011, Jajanga village has a total population of 1,219 people, consisting of 615 males and 604 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,023 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jajanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,219 | 615 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 81 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 545 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 70 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Jajanga
Jajanga 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 Jajanga
Jajanga 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 Kendrapara to Jajanga is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Jajanga is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jajanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jajanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jajanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jajanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jajanga
Where is Jajanga located?
Jajanga village is located in Kendrapara Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jajanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Jajanga is Kapaleswar.
What is the pincode of Jajanga?
The pincode of Jajanga is 754250.
What is the population of Jajanga?
Jajanga has a total population of 1,219, including 615 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Jajanga?
There are 269 households in Jajanga.
What is the literacy rate in Jajanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jajanga is 83.92%. Male literacy is 88.62% and female literacy is 79.14%.