Jirikana
About Jirikana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jirikana village is 409375. Jirikana village is located in Gop tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Gop (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Gop is the gram panchayat of Jirikana village.
The total geographical area of village is 66 hectares. Jirikana has a total population of 320 peoples, out of which male population is 165 while female population is 155. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 939 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jirikana village is 81.56% out of which 81.82% males and 81.29% females are literate. There are about 73 houses in jirikana village. Pincode of jirikana village locality is 752110.
When it comes to administration, Jirikana village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jirikana village comes under Nimapara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha constituency. Nimapada is nearest town to jirikana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Jirikana
The population details of Jirikana cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 320 | 165 | 155 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 261 | 135 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 30 | 29 |
Connectivity of Jirikana
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jirikana
Where is Jirikana located?
Jirikana village is situated in Gop Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jirikana?
The Gram Panchayat of Jirikana is Gop (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jirikana?
The pincode of Jirikana is 752110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jirikana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jirikana is 320, with 165 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Jirikana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jirikana village has a total of 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jirikana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jirikana is 81.56%. The male literacy rate is 81.82%, while the female literacy rate is 81.29%.