Jayakota - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Jayakota is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kapalada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jayakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jayakota is 428809. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Jayakota 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 Jayakota
According to the 2011 Census, Jayakota village had a total population of 75 people, including 39 males and 36 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.53%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 36.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 75.
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 | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 18 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Jayakota
Jayakota 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 Jayakota
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jayakota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Jayakota is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Jayakota is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jayakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jayakota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jayakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jayakota 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jayakota
Where is Jayakota located?
Jayakota village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jayakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Jayakota is Kapalada.
What is the pincode of Jayakota?
The pincode of Jayakota is 764027.
What is the population of Jayakota?
Jayakota had a total population of 75, including 39 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Jayakota?
Jayakota had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jayakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jayakota was 48.53%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 36.36%.