Jyoti Prasad - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Jyoti Prasad is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Talachua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jyoti Prasad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jyoti Prasad is 395777. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Jyoti Prasad 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 Jyoti Prasad
According to the 2011 Census, Jyoti Prasad village had a total population of 413 people, including 207 males and 206 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.62%, with male literacy at 89.44% and female literacy at 60.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 413 | 207 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 144 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 63 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Jyoti Prasad
Jyoti Prasad 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 Jyoti Prasad
Public transport in the Jyoti Prasad 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 Pattamundai to Jyoti Prasad is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Jyoti Prasad is about 85 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 Jyoti Prasad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jyoti Prasad 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 Jyoti Prasad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jyoti Prasad 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jyoti Prasad
Where is Jyoti Prasad located?
Jyoti Prasad village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jyoti Prasad?
The Gram Panchayat of Jyoti Prasad is Talachua.
What is the pincode of Jyoti Prasad?
The pincode of Jyoti Prasad is 754248.
What is the population of Jyoti Prasad?
Jyoti Prasad had a total population of 413, including 207 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Jyoti Prasad?
Jyoti Prasad had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jyoti Prasad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jyoti Prasad was 74.62%. Male literacy was 89.44% and female literacy was 60.59%.