Jerkani - Bangiriposi, Mayurbhanj
Jerkani is a village situated in the Bangiriposi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangiriposi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Chakidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jerkani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jerkani is 389625. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 757032 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Jerkani 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 Jerkani
According to the 2011 Census, Jerkani village had a total population of 105 people, including 58 males and 47 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 810 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.39%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 13.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 105 | 58 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 43 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Jerkani
Jerkani 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 Jerkani
Public transport in the Jerkani 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 Baripada to Jerkani is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Jerkani is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jerkani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jerkani 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jerkani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jerkani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jerkani
Where is Jerkani located?
Jerkani village is located in Bangiriposi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jerkani?
The Gram Panchayat of Jerkani is Chakidi.
What is the pincode of Jerkani?
The pincode of Jerkani is 757032.
What is the population of Jerkani?
Jerkani had a total population of 105, including 58 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Jerkani?
Jerkani had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jerkani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jerkani was 24.39%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 13.51%.