Jaganathapada - Kakatpur, Puri
Jaganathapada is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Konark and around 50 km from Puri. Kaduanuagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaganathapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaganathapada is 409294. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 752111 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Jaganathapada 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 Jaganathapada
As per Census 2011, Jaganathapada village has a total population of 324 people, consisting of 163 males and 161 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 247 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaganathapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | 163 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 130 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 33 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Jaganathapada
Jaganathapada 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 Jaganathapada
Jaganathapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Konark to Jaganathapada is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Jaganathapada 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 Jaganathapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaganathapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jaganathapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaganathapada 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jaganathapada
Where is Jaganathapada located?
Jaganathapada village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaganathapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaganathapada is Kaduanuagaon.
What is the pincode of Jaganathapada?
The pincode of Jaganathapada is 752111.
What is the population of Jaganathapada?
Jaganathapada has a total population of 324, including 163 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Jaganathapada?
There are 68 households in Jaganathapada.
What is the literacy rate in Jaganathapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaganathapada is 76.23%. Male literacy is 79.75% and female literacy is 72.67%.