Batojaganathpur - Jeypore, Koraput
Batojaganathpur is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kebidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batojaganathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batojaganathpur is 429013. The village covers a total geographical area of 309 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Batojaganathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batojaganathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Batojaganathpur village had a total population of 225 people, including 109 males and 116 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.00%, with male literacy at 80.43% and female literacy at 40.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 225 | 109 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 60 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 74 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 35 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Batojaganathpur
Batojaganathpur 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 Batojaganathpur
Batojaganathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Batojaganathpur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Batojaganathpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Batojaganathpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batojaganathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batojaganathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Batojaganathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batojaganathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Batojaganathpur
Where is Batojaganathpur located?
Batojaganathpur village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batojaganathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Batojaganathpur is Kebidi.
What is the pincode of Batojaganathpur?
The pincode of Batojaganathpur is 764002.
What is the population of Batojaganathpur?
Batojaganathpur had a total population of 225, including 109 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Batojaganathpur?
Batojaganathpur had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batojaganathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batojaganathpur was 59.00%. Male literacy was 80.43% and female literacy was 40.74%.