Jharpada - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Jharpada is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Mahulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharpada is 395908. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jharpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jharpada
According to the 2011 Census, Jharpada village had a total population of 320 people, including 163 males and 157 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.47%, with male literacy at 96.67% and female literacy at 90.07%.
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 | 320 | 163 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 145 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 18 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Jharpada
Jharpada 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 Jharpada
Jharpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pattamundai to Jharpada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Jharpada is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharpada 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 Jharpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jharpada
Where is Jharpada located?
Jharpada village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharpada is Mahulia.
What is the pincode of Jharpada?
The pincode of Jharpada is 754225.
What is the population of Jharpada?
Jharpada had a total population of 320, including 163 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Jharpada?
Jharpada had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jharpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharpada was 93.47%. Male literacy was 96.67% and female literacy was 90.07%.