Jurka

Jurka is a village located in Suliapada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Suliapada (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Kostha is the gram panchayat of Jurka village.

Jurka 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 Jurka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jurka is 389894. The village spans a total geographical area of 115 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757084. Baripada is nearest town to Jurka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Jurka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 817 412 405
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 83 46 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 105 53 52
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 7 5 2
Literate Population 516 296 220
Illiterate Population 301 116 185

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

  • The total population of Jurka village is around 817, including approximately 412 males and 405 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Jurka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jurka village has 105 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jurka village is about 63.16%, with male literacy at 71.84% and female literacy at 54.32%.
  • There are around 213 households in Jurka village.

Connectivity of Jurka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jurka. As per the 2011 stats, Jurka 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 Jurka

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

Dharampura Chakapur Kathsirsi Mahuliasamilpaninagar Jhaliamara Gendakhal Badbaincha Mundhakata Rasunia Damburudiha Salasahi

Frequently Asked Questions about Jurka

Where is Jurka located?
Jurka village is situated in Suliapada Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jurka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jurka is Kostha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jurka?
The pincode of Jurka is 757084, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jurka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jurka is 817, with 412 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Jurka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jurka village has a total of 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jurka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jurka is 63.16%. The male literacy rate is 71.84%, while the female literacy rate is 54.32%.