Jalaput Town - Nandapur, Koraput
Jalaput Town is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from Machh Kund and around 85 km from Koraput. Bilaput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalaput Town village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalaput Town is 429565. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jalaput Town village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalaput Town
According to the 2011 Census, Jalaput Town village had a total population of 1,595 people, including 819 males and 776 females, living in 414 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.38%, with male literacy at 87.38% and female literacy at 67.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 602, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 1,595 | 819 | 776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 114 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 602 | 301 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,081 | 616 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 203 | 311 |
Transport and Connectivity of Jalaput Town
Jalaput Town is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Jalaput Town is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Jalaput Town 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 Jalaput Town
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalaput Town village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jalaput Town
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalaput Town village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jalaput Town
Where is Jalaput Town located?
Jalaput Town village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jalaput Town?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalaput Town is Bilaput.
What is the pincode of Jalaput Town?
The pincode of Jalaput Town is 764040.
What is the population of Jalaput Town?
Jalaput Town had a total population of 1,595, including 819 males and 776 females.
How many households are there in Jalaput Town?
Jalaput Town had 414 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalaput Town?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalaput Town was 77.38%. Male literacy was 87.38% and female literacy was 67.20%.