Kointa - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Kointa is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Pantho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kointa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kointa is 388578. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kointa 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 Kointa
As per Census 2011, Kointa village has a total population of 352 people, consisting of 189 males and 163 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kointa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 352 | 189 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 142 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 47 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Kointa
Kointa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pantho | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Hatimundi | South | 1.67 km |
| Sannai | North | 1.92 km |
| Banakati | East | 1.98 km |
| Kenjhara | West | 2.01 km |
| Mashinabhila | East | 2.24 km |
| Dhemananali | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Gidhibas | South | 2.87 km |
| Tangabhilla | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Bakartala | South-West | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kointa
Public transport in the Kointa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badampahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Kointa is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kointa is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kointa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kointa 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kointa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kointa 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kointa
Where is Kointa located?
Kointa village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kointa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kointa is Pantho.
What is the pincode of Kointa?
The pincode of Kointa is 757034.
What is the population of Kointa?
Kointa has a total population of 352, including 189 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Kointa?
There are 86 households in Kointa.
What is the literacy rate in Kointa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kointa is 68.47%. Male literacy is 75.13% and female literacy is 60.74%.