Jayantagiri - Machh Kund, Koraput
Jayantagiri is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Badigada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jayantagiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jayantagiri is 429554. The village covers a total geographical area of 836 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Jayantagiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Jayantagiri
According to the 2011 Census, Jayantagiri village had a total population of 598 people, including 305 males and 293 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.61%, with male literacy at 49.79% and female literacy at 20.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 240, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
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 | 598 | 305 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 127 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 84 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 119 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 186 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Jayantagiri
Jayantagiri 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 Jayantagiri
Jayantagiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Jayantagiri is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Jayantagiri is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jayantagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jayantagiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jayantagiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jayantagiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jayantagiri
Where is Jayantagiri located?
Jayantagiri village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jayantagiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Jayantagiri is Badigada.
What is the pincode of Jayantagiri?
The pincode of Jayantagiri is 764040.
What is the population of Jayantagiri?
Jayantagiri had a total population of 598, including 305 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Jayantagiri?
Jayantagiri had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jayantagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jayantagiri was 35.61%. Male literacy was 49.79% and female literacy was 20.87%.