Jagadalapur - Delanga, Puri
Jagadalapur is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sujanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagadalapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagadalapur is 408585. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 752015 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Jagadalapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jagadalapur
As per Census 2011, Jagadalapur village has a total population of 1,278 people, consisting of 674 males and 604 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 953 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagadalapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,278 | 674 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 86 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 105 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 953 | 527 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 147 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Jagadalapur
Jagadalapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baghilipari | South-West | 1.02 km |
| Sujanapur | East | 1.28 km |
| Amrutapur | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Gauradeipur | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Ankoi | North | 1.46 km |
| Chhadaudi | West | 1.55 km |
| Benupara | South | 1.58 km |
| Kanaphasia | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Chainpur | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Nuagarh | North-East | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jagadalapur
Jagadalapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Motari Halt, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Jagadalapur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Jagadalapur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagadalapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagadalapur 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 Jagadalapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagadalapur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jagadalapur
Where is Jagadalapur located?
Jagadalapur village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagadalapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagadalapur is Sujanpur.
What is the pincode of Jagadalapur?
The pincode of Jagadalapur is 752015.
What is the population of Jagadalapur?
Jagadalapur has a total population of 1,278, including 674 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Jagadalapur?
There are 281 households in Jagadalapur.
What is the literacy rate in Jagadalapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagadalapur is 74.57%. Male literacy is 78.19% and female literacy is 70.53%.