Jokjhari - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Jokjhari is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Gudugudia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jokjhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jokjhari is 388492. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Jokjhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jokjhari
As per Census 2011, Jokjhari village has a total population of 52 people, consisting of 34 males and 18 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 529 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 42 literate and 10 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jokjhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 52 | 34 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 28 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 6 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Jokjhari
Jokjhari 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 Jokjhari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jokjhari.
| 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 Karanjia to Jokjhari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Jokjhari is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jokjhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jokjhari 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 Jokjhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jokjhari 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 Jokjhari
Where is Jokjhari located?
Jokjhari village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jokjhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Jokjhari is Gudugudia.
What is the pincode of Jokjhari?
The pincode of Jokjhari is 757034.
What is the population of Jokjhari?
Jokjhari has a total population of 52, including 34 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Jokjhari?
There are 16 households in Jokjhari.
What is the literacy rate in Jokjhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jokjhari is 80.77%. Male literacy is 82.35% and female literacy is 77.78%.