Joriput - Nandapur, Koraput
Joriput is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Khurji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joriput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joriput is 429856. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Joriput 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 Joriput
As per Census 2011, Joriput village has a total population of 306 people, consisting of 149 males and 157 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 104 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joriput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 306 | 149 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 76 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 73 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Joriput
Joriput 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 Joriput
Joriput is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Joriput.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Joriput is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Joriput is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joriput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joriput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Joriput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joriput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Joriput
Where is Joriput located?
Joriput village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joriput?
The Gram Panchayat of Joriput is Khurji.
What is the pincode of Joriput?
The pincode of Joriput is 764037.
What is the population of Joriput?
Joriput has a total population of 306, including 149 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Joriput?
There are 74 households in Joriput.
What is the literacy rate in Joriput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joriput is 33.99%. Male literacy is 51.01% and female literacy is 17.83%.