Jagapur - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Jagapur is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasapalla and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Similisahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagapur is 405537. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 752084 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Jagapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jagapur
As per Census 2011, Jagapur village has a total population of 686 people, consisting of 364 males and 322 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 509 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 686 | 364 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 287 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 77 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Jagapur
Jagapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Krushna Chandrapur Patana | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Haridabari | East | 1.20 km |
| Mahulia | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Patapurpatna | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Dedhasara | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Godibida | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Pithakhai | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Chakradharpur | East | 2.07 km |
| Narasinghpur | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Bijenagar | South-West | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jagapur
Jagapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kerejanga, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Jagapur is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagapur 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 Jagapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jagapur
Where is Jagapur located?
Jagapur village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagapur is Similisahi.
What is the pincode of Jagapur?
The pincode of Jagapur is 752084.
What is the population of Jagapur?
Jagapur has a total population of 686, including 364 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Jagapur?
There are 162 households in Jagapur.
What is the literacy rate in Jagapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagapur is 74.20%. Male literacy is 78.85% and female literacy is 68.94%.