Jokanadua - Delanga, Puri
Jokanadua is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Rench serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jokanadua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jokanadua is 408621. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 752016 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Jokanadua 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 Jokanadua
According to the 2011 Census, Jokanadua village had a total population of 565 people, including 288 males and 277 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.17%, with male literacy at 93.98% and female literacy at 84.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 565 | 288 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 250 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 38 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Jokanadua
Jokanadua 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 Jokanadua
Jokanadua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Jokanadua has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Jokanadua is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Jokanadua is about 30 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 Jokanadua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jokanadua 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 Jokanadua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jokanadua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jokanadua
Where is Jokanadua located?
Jokanadua village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jokanadua?
The Gram Panchayat of Jokanadua is Rench.
What is the pincode of Jokanadua?
The pincode of Jokanadua is 752016.
What is the population of Jokanadua?
Jokanadua had a total population of 565, including 288 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Jokanadua?
Jokanadua had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jokanadua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jokanadua was 89.17%. Male literacy was 93.98% and female literacy was 84.06%.