Jarapa - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Jarapa is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Garidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jarapa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarapa is 428692. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Jarapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarapa
According to the 2011 Census, Jarapa village had a total population of 194 people, including 90 males and 104 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,156 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.32%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 28.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 193.
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 | 194 | 90 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 90 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 39 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 51 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Jarapa
Jarapa 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 Jarapa
Jarapa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jarapa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Jarapa is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Jarapa is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarapa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jarapa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarapa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jarapa
Where is Jarapa located?
Jarapa village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jarapa?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarapa is Garidi.
What is the pincode of Jarapa?
The pincode of Jarapa is 764027.
What is the population of Jarapa?
Jarapa had a total population of 194, including 90 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Jarapa?
Jarapa had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarapa was 38.32%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 28.09%.