Jhotiapara - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Jhotiapara is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Dabugan and around 72 km from Nabarangapur . Singisari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhotiapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhotiapara is 427627. The village covers a total geographical area of 544 hectares and falls under the 764072 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jhotiapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhotiapara
As per Census 2011, Jhotiapara village has a total population of 1,393 people, consisting of 689 males and 704 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 1,139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhotiapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,393 | 689 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 147 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,181 | 578 | 603 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 191 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,139 | 498 | 641 |
Nearby Villages of Jhotiapara
Jhotiapara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jhotiapara
Public transport in the Jhotiapara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Umarkote to Jhotiapara is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Jhotiapara is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhotiapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhotiapara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhotiapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhotiapara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhotiapara
Where is Jhotiapara located?
Jhotiapara village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhotiapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhotiapara is Singisari.
What is the pincode of Jhotiapara?
The pincode of Jhotiapara is 764072.
What is the population of Jhotiapara?
Jhotiapara has a total population of 1,393, including 689 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Jhotiapara?
There are 321 households in Jhotiapara.
What is the literacy rate in Jhotiapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhotiapara is 18.23%. Male literacy is 27.72% and female literacy is 8.95%.