Jamuna Jharapada - Delanga, Puri
Jamuna Jharapada is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Rengal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamuna Jharapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamuna Jharapada is 408559. The village covers a total geographical area of 563 hectares and falls under the 752060 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jamuna Jharapada 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 Jamuna Jharapada
As per Census 2011, Jamuna Jharapada village has a total population of 3,032 people, consisting of 1,611 males and 1,421 females. The village has 528 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,496 literate and 536 illiterate residents. Additionally, 481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamuna Jharapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,032 | 1,611 | 1,421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 153 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 253 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 2,496 | 1,373 | 1,123 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 238 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Jamuna Jharapada
Jamuna Jharapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deulabasta | West | 1.65 km |
| Bisiapada | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Rengal | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Aragul | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Sanbeguniapara | South | 2.25 km |
| Godiputamatiapara (ct) | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Ranipur | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Mangarajpur | West | 2.53 km |
| Ambaata | South | 2.82 km |
| Haripur | West | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamuna Jharapada
Jamuna Jharapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Argul, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | 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 Jamuna Jharapada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Jamuna Jharapada is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamuna Jharapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamuna Jharapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamuna Jharapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamuna Jharapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamuna Jharapada
Where is Jamuna Jharapada located?
Jamuna Jharapada village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamuna Jharapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamuna Jharapada is Rengal.
What is the pincode of Jamuna Jharapada?
The pincode of Jamuna Jharapada is 752060.
What is the population of Jamuna Jharapada?
Jamuna Jharapada has a total population of 3,032, including 1,611 males and 1,421 females.
How many households are there in Jamuna Jharapada?
There are 528 households in Jamuna Jharapada.
What is the literacy rate in Jamuna Jharapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamuna Jharapada is 82.32%. Male literacy is 85.23% and female literacy is 79.03%.