Ajamapur - Kakatpur, Puri
Ajamapur is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Kotakana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ajamapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajamapur is 409121. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 752108 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ajamapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ajamapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ajamapur village had a total population of 702 people, including 354 males and 348 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.30%, with male literacy at 93.91% and female literacy at 80.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118.
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 | 702 | 354 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 293 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 61 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Ajamapur
Ajamapur 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 Ajamapur
Ajamapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nimapada to Ajamapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Ajamapur 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 Ajamapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajamapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ajamapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajamapur 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 Ajamapur
Where is Ajamapur located?
Ajamapur village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ajamapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ajamapur is Kotakana.
What is the pincode of Ajamapur?
The pincode of Ajamapur is 752108.
What is the population of Ajamapur?
Ajamapur had a total population of 702, including 354 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Ajamapur?
Ajamapur had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ajamapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajamapur was 87.30%. Male literacy was 93.91% and female literacy was 80.46%.