Janghia - Tiring, Mayurbhanj
Janghia is a village situated in the Tiring tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiring and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Baddalima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janghia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janghia is 387423. The village covers a total geographical area of 278 hectares and falls under the 757053 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Janghia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Janghia
As per Census 2011, Janghia village has a total population of 1,293 people, consisting of 646 males and 647 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 653 literate and 640 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,016 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Janghia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,293 | 646 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 117 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,016 | 516 | 500 |
| Literate Population | 653 | 403 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 243 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Janghia
Janghia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dubalabeda | West | 1.44 km |
| Mankididihi | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Hensadihi | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Badadalima | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Bholagadia | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Baliasahi | South | 2.36 km |
| Debradihi | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Podachakidi | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Raibadi | West | 3.03 km |
| Damadihi | East | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Janghia
Janghia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rairangpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Janghia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Janghia is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janghia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janghia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Janghia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janghia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Janghia
Where is Janghia located?
Janghia village is located in Tiring Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janghia?
The Gram Panchayat of Janghia is Baddalima.
What is the pincode of Janghia?
The pincode of Janghia is 757053.
What is the population of Janghia?
Janghia has a total population of 1,293, including 646 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Janghia?
There are 295 households in Janghia.
What is the literacy rate in Janghia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janghia is 50.50%. Male literacy is 62.38% and female literacy is 38.64%.