Jajapur - Delanga, Puri
Jajapur is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Pipili and around 32 km from Puri. Khelaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jajapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jajapur is 408776. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 752016 pincode. Pipili is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Jajapur 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 Jajapur
According to the 2011 Census, Jajapur village had a total population of 602 people, including 305 males and 297 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.67%, with male literacy at 81.04% and female literacy at 67.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 602 | 305 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 218 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 87 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Jajapur
Jajapur 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 Jajapur
Jajapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Pipili to Jajapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Jajapur is about 32 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 Jajapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jajapur 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 Jajapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jajapur 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 Jajapur
Where is Jajapur located?
Jajapur village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jajapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jajapur is Khelaur.
What is the pincode of Jajapur?
The pincode of Jajapur is 752016.
What is the population of Jajapur?
Jajapur had a total population of 602, including 305 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Jajapur?
Jajapur had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jajapur was 74.67%. Male literacy was 81.04% and female literacy was 67.97%.