Jerkani

Jerkani is a village located in Jharpokharia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Jharpokharia (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Pokharia is the gram panchayat of Jerkani village.

Jerkani has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jerkani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jerkani is 387869. The village spans a total geographical area of 250 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757051. Baripada is nearest town to Jerkani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.

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Population of Jerkani

Below is a concise population overview of Jerkani as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,081 531 550
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 161 69 92
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 549 279 270
Literate Population 491 311 180
Illiterate Population 590 220 370

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jerkani village:

  • The total population of Jerkani village is around 1,081, including approximately 531 males and 550 females, with a sex ratio of 1035 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 161 children aged 0–6 years in Jerkani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jerkani village has 549 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jerkani village is about 45.42%, with male literacy at 58.57% and female literacy at 32.73%.
  • There are around 279 households in Jerkani village.

Connectivity of Jerkani

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jerkani. As per the 2011 stats, Jerkani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jerkani

Knowing the nearby villages of Jerkani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jerkani.

Darkholi Saragchainda Manaharpur Kherna Malkunda Kasiabeda Bankisul Karunasul Dakhinsul Kundiapani Bagbuda

Frequently Asked Questions about Jerkani

Where is Jerkani located?
Jerkani village is situated in Jharpokharia Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jerkani?
The Gram Panchayat of Jerkani is Pokharia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jerkani?
The pincode of Jerkani is 757051, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jerkani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jerkani is 1,081, with 531 males and 550 females.
How many households are there in Jerkani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jerkani village has a total of 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jerkani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jerkani is 45.42%. The male literacy rate is 58.57%, while the female literacy rate is 32.73%.