Keutajanga - Astaranga, Puri
Keutajanga is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sisua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keutajanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keutajanga is 409272. The village covers a total geographical area of 203 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Keutajanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keutajanga
As per Census 2011, Keutajanga village has a total population of 219 people, consisting of 110 males and 109 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 164 literate and 55 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keutajanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 219 | 110 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 98 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 12 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Keutajanga
Keutajanga 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 Keutajanga
Keutajanga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Keutajanga is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Keutajanga is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keutajanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keutajanga 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Keutajanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keutajanga 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Keutajanga
Where is Keutajanga located?
Keutajanga village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keutajanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Keutajanga is Sisua.
What is the pincode of Keutajanga?
The pincode of Keutajanga is 752109.
What is the population of Keutajanga?
Keutajanga has a total population of 219, including 110 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Keutajanga?
There are 53 households in Keutajanga.
What is the literacy rate in Keutajanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keutajanga is 74.89%. Male literacy is 89.09% and female literacy is 60.55%.