Julka - Suliapada, Mayurbhanj
Julka is a village situated in the Suliapada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suliapada and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Kanimohuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Julka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Julka is 389912. The village covers a total geographical area of 397 hectares and falls under the 757022 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Julka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Julka
As per Census 2011, Julka village has a total population of 965 people, consisting of 491 males and 474 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 459 literate and 506 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 880 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Julka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 965 | 491 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 880 | 440 | 440 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 279 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 212 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Julka
Julka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beguniadiha | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Bankisul | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Pathaachakidi | South | 2.39 km |
| Badputuka | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Bhagabandha | West | 2.40 km |
| Sanputuka | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Kanimahuli | East | 2.91 km |
| Badbrahmanmara | South | 3.08 km |
| Badbilla | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Dublabeda | North-West | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Julka
Public transport in the Julka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhanjpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Julka is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Julka is about 16 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 Julka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Julka 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Julka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Julka 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 Julka
Where is Julka located?
Julka village is located in Suliapada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Julka?
The Gram Panchayat of Julka is Kanimohuli.
What is the pincode of Julka?
The pincode of Julka is 757022.
What is the population of Julka?
Julka has a total population of 965, including 491 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Julka?
There are 214 households in Julka.
What is the literacy rate in Julka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Julka is 47.56%. Male literacy is 56.82% and female literacy is 37.97%.