Kenjhara - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Kenjhara is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Pantho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenjhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenjhara is 388576. The village covers a total geographical area of 338 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kenjhara 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 Kenjhara
As per Census 2011, Kenjhara village has a total population of 941 people, consisting of 435 males and 506 females. The village has 227 households and a sex ratio of 1,163 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 448 literate and 493 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 672 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kenjhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 941 | 435 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 672 | 309 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 245 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 190 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Kenjhara
Kenjhara 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 Kenjhara
Public transport in the Kenjhara 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Kenjhara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kenjhara is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kenjhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenjhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kenjhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kenjhara 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kenjhara
Where is Kenjhara located?
Kenjhara village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenjhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenjhara is Pantho.
What is the pincode of Kenjhara?
The pincode of Kenjhara is 757034.
What is the population of Kenjhara?
Kenjhara has a total population of 941, including 435 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Kenjhara?
There are 227 households in Kenjhara.
What is the literacy rate in Kenjhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenjhara is 47.61%. Male literacy is 56.32% and female literacy is 40.12%.