Jagannathpur - Shamakhunta, Mayurbhanj

Jagannathpur is a village situated in the Shamakhunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Baripada Sadar and around 18 km from Baripada. Rangamatia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagannathpur village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagannathpur is 389117. The village covers a total geographical area of 377 hectares and falls under the 757049 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.

Jagannathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Jagannathpur

According to the 2011 Census, Jagannathpur village had a total population of 1,920 people, including 931 males and 989 females, living in 446 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.27%, with male literacy at 49.42% and female literacy at 35.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,883.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Jagannathpur

Jagannathpur 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Jagannathpur

Jagannathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhanjpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.7 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Jagannathpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Jagannathpur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Jagannathpur

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagannathpur village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Jagannathpur

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagannathpur village are given below:

FAQs about Jagannathpur