Jayaguda - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Jayaguda is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Neelabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jayaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jayaguda is 428774. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Jayaguda 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 Jayaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Jayaguda village had a total population of 261 people, including 119 males and 142 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,193 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.75%, with male literacy at 14.00% and female literacy at 11.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 255.
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 | 261 | 119 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 19 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 117 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 105 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Jayaguda
Jayaguda 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 Jayaguda
Jayaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Koraput to Jayaguda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Jayaguda is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jayaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jayaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jayaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jayaguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jayaguda
Where is Jayaguda located?
Jayaguda village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jayaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jayaguda is Neelabadi.
What is the pincode of Jayaguda?
The pincode of Jayaguda is 764027.
What is the population of Jayaguda?
Jayaguda had a total population of 261, including 119 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Jayaguda?
Jayaguda had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jayaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jayaguda was 12.75%. Male literacy was 14.00% and female literacy was 11.54%.