Jeera - Nandapur, Koraput
Jeera is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Padua and around 90 km from Koraput. Chatua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jeera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jeera is 429695. The village covers a total geographical area of 639 hectares and falls under the 764041 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Jeera 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 Jeera
As per Census 2011, Jeera village has a total population of 803 people, consisting of 391 males and 412 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 663 illiterate residents. Additionally, 664 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jeera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 803 | 391 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 70 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 664 | 323 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 124 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 663 | 267 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Jeera
Jeera 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 Jeera
Public transport in the Jeera 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Jeera is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Jeera is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jeera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jeera 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jeera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jeera 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 Jeera
Where is Jeera located?
Jeera village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jeera?
The Gram Panchayat of Jeera is Chatua.
What is the pincode of Jeera?
The pincode of Jeera is 764041.
What is the population of Jeera?
Jeera has a total population of 803, including 391 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Jeera?
There are 194 households in Jeera.
What is the literacy rate in Jeera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jeera is 17.43%. Male literacy is 31.71% and female literacy is 3.88%.