Joka
Joka is a village located in Jharpokharia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 61km away from sub-district headquarter Jharpokharia (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Joka village is also a gram panchayat.
Joka 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 Joka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Joka is 387858. The village spans a total geographical area of 316 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757093. Baripada is nearest town to Joka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
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Population of Joka
Below is a concise population overview of Joka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 927 | 494 | 433 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 674 | 357 | 317 |
Literate Population | 639 | 385 | 254 |
Illiterate Population | 288 | 109 | 179 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Joka village:
- The total population of Joka village is around 927, including approximately 494 males and 433 females, with a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 103 children aged 0–6 years in Joka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Joka village has 28 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 674 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Joka village is about 68.93%, with male literacy at 77.94% and female literacy at 58.66%.
- There are around 218 households in Joka village.
Connectivity of Joka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Joka. As per the 2011 stats, Joka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Joka
Knowing the nearby villages of Joka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Joka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Joka
- Where is Joka located?
- Joka village is situated in Jharpokharia Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Joka?
- Joka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Joka?
- The pincode of Joka is 757093, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Joka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Joka is 927, with 494 males and 433 females.
- How many households are there in Joka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Joka village has a total of 218 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Joka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Joka is 68.93%. The male literacy rate is 77.94%, while the female literacy rate is 58.66%.