Jantia - Harichandanpur, Keonjhar
Jantia is a village situated in the Harichandanpur tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from Daitari and around 80 km from Kendujhar. Rasol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jantia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jantia is 386848. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 758026 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Jantia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jantia
According to the 2011 Census, Jantia village had a total population of 177 people, including 90 males and 87 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.84%, with male literacy at 78.05% and female literacy at 53.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 177 | 90 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 48 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 64 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 26 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Jantia
Jantia 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 Jantia
Jantia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jantia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendujhar to Jantia is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Jantia is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jantia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jantia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jantia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jantia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jantia
Where is Jantia located?
Jantia village is located in Harichandanpur Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jantia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jantia is Rasol.
What is the pincode of Jantia?
The pincode of Jantia is 758026.
What is the population of Jantia?
Jantia had a total population of 177, including 90 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Jantia?
Jantia had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jantia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jantia was 65.84%. Male literacy was 78.05% and female literacy was 53.16%.