Janturai - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Janturai is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Jodamba and around 175 km from Malkangiri . Jodamba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janturai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janturai is 430825. The village covers a total geographical area of 244 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Janturai 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 Janturai
According to the 2011 Census, Janturai village had a total population of 203 people, including 89 males and 114 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,281 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.49%, with male literacy at 45.07% and female literacy at 10.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 197.
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 | 203 | 89 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 18 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 86 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 32 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 57 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Janturai
Janturai 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 Janturai
Janturai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Janturai is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Janturai is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janturai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janturai 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Janturai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janturai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Janturai
Where is Janturai located?
Janturai village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Janturai?
The Gram Panchayat of Janturai is Jodamba.
What is the pincode of Janturai?
The pincode of Janturai is 764052.
What is the population of Janturai?
Janturai had a total population of 203, including 89 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Janturai?
Janturai had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janturai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janturai was 26.49%. Male literacy was 45.07% and female literacy was 10.00%.