Jualia - Udala, Mayurbhanj
Jualia is a village situated in the Udala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udala and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Khaladi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jualia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jualia is 391063. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 757041 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jualia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jualia
As per Census 2011, Jualia village has a total population of 920 people, consisting of 479 males and 441 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 542 literate and 378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 809 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jualia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 920 | 479 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 48 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 8 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 809 | 420 | 389 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 330 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 149 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Jualia
Jualia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naharapada | East | 0.98 km |
| Belpal | North | 1.04 km |
| Rangamatia | South | 1.50 km |
| Nizkainsari | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Brundagadi | North | 1.96 km |
| Adapal | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Hatisahi | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Beguniadiha | South | 2.42 km |
| Dutikadeipur | South | 2.72 km |
| Jaida | East | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jualia
Jualia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Betnoti, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Udala to Jualia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Jualia is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jualia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jualia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jualia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jualia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jualia
Where is Jualia located?
Jualia village is located in Udala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jualia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jualia is Khaladi.
What is the pincode of Jualia?
The pincode of Jualia is 757041.
What is the population of Jualia?
Jualia has a total population of 920, including 479 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Jualia?
There are 218 households in Jualia.
What is the literacy rate in Jualia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jualia is 58.91%. Male literacy is 68.89% and female literacy is 48.07%.