Jaripada - Ranapur, Nayagarh
Jaripada is a village situated in the Ranapur tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranapur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Bandhamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaripada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaripada is 406940. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 752026 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Jaripada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaripada
According to the 2011 Census, Jaripada village had a total population of 119 people, including 65 males and 54 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 831 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.33%, with male literacy at 87.93% and female literacy at 55.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 119 | 65 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 51 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 14 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Jaripada
Jaripada 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 Jaripada
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jaripada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balugaon to Jaripada is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Jaripada is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaripada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaripada 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jaripada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaripada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaripada
Where is Jaripada located?
Jaripada village is located in Ranapur Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jaripada?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaripada is Bandhamunda.
What is the pincode of Jaripada?
The pincode of Jaripada is 752026.
What is the population of Jaripada?
Jaripada had a total population of 119, including 65 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Jaripada?
Jaripada had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaripada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaripada was 73.33%. Male literacy was 87.93% and female literacy was 55.32%.