Kiajhari - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Kiajhari 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 52 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Ektali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kiajhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiajhari is 388592. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 757036 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Kiajhari 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 Kiajhari
As per Census 2011, Kiajhari village has a total population of 192 people, consisting of 97 males and 95 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kiajhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 192 | 97 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 97 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 94 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Kiajhari
Kiajhari 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 Kiajhari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kiajhari.
| 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 Kiajhari is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kiajhari is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kiajhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiajhari 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 Kiajhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiajhari 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 Kiajhari
Where is Kiajhari located?
Kiajhari village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kiajhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kiajhari is Ektali.
What is the pincode of Kiajhari?
The pincode of Kiajhari is 757036.
What is the population of Kiajhari?
Kiajhari has a total population of 192, including 97 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Kiajhari?
There are 50 households in Kiajhari.
What is the literacy rate in Kiajhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiajhari is 2.60%. Male literacy is 3.09% and female literacy is 2.11%.