Jaganathkhunta - Bangiriposi, Mayurbhanj
Jaganathkhunta is a village situated in the Bangiriposi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangiriposi and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Kalabadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaganathkhunta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaganathkhunta is 389550. The village covers a total geographical area of 423 hectares and falls under the 757030 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Jaganathkhunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaganathkhunta
As per Census 2011, Jaganathkhunta village has a total population of 1,712 people, consisting of 872 males and 840 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 917 literate and 795 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,157 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaganathkhunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,712 | 872 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 127 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,157 | 584 | 573 |
| Literate Population | 917 | 520 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 352 | 443 |
Nearby Villages of Jaganathkhunta
Jaganathkhunta 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 Jaganathkhunta
Jaganathkhunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Jaganathkhunta has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Jaganathkhunta is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Jaganathkhunta is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaganathkhunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaganathkhunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jaganathkhunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaganathkhunta 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jaganathkhunta
Where is Jaganathkhunta located?
Jaganathkhunta village is located in Bangiriposi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaganathkhunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaganathkhunta is Kalabadia.
What is the pincode of Jaganathkhunta?
The pincode of Jaganathkhunta is 757030.
What is the population of Jaganathkhunta?
Jaganathkhunta has a total population of 1,712, including 872 males and 840 females.
How many households are there in Jaganathkhunta?
There are 366 households in Jaganathkhunta.
What is the literacy rate in Jaganathkhunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaganathkhunta is 53.56%. Male literacy is 59.63% and female literacy is 47.26%.