Jantapai - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Jantapai is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from Paparmetla and around 92 km from Malkangiri . Papermetla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jantapai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jantapai is 430682. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Jantapai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jantapai
As per Census 2011, Jantapai village has a total population of 404 people, consisting of 212 males and 192 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 345 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jantapai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 404 | 212 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 186 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 101 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 111 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Jantapai
Jantapai 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 Jantapai
Jantapai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Balimela to Jantapai is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Jantapai is about 92 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 Jantapai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jantapai 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 Jantapai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jantapai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jantapai
Where is Jantapai located?
Jantapai village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jantapai?
The Gram Panchayat of Jantapai is Papermetla.
What is the pincode of Jantapai?
The pincode of Jantapai is 764051.
What is the population of Jantapai?
Jantapai has a total population of 404, including 212 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Jantapai?
There are 97 households in Jantapai.
What is the literacy rate in Jantapai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jantapai is 34.65%. Male literacy is 47.64% and female literacy is 20.31%.