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
According to the 2011 Census, Jantapai village had a total population of 404 people, including 212 males and 192 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.45%, with male literacy at 63.13% and female literacy at 26.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 345.
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 | 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 had a total population of 404, including 212 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Jantapai?
Jantapai had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jantapai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jantapai was 45.45%. Male literacy was 63.13% and female literacy was 26.35%.