Jagirakuda - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Jagirakuda is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Badannala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagirakuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagirakuda is 410182. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Jagirakuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jagirakuda
As per Census 2011, Jagirakuda village has a total population of 381 people, consisting of 203 males and 178 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 301 literate and 80 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagirakuda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 381 | 203 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 168 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 35 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Jagirakuda
Jagirakuda 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 Jagirakuda
Jagirakuda 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banapur to Jagirakuda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Jagirakuda is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagirakuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagirakuda 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 Jagirakuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagirakuda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jagirakuda
Where is Jagirakuda located?
Jagirakuda village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagirakuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagirakuda is Badannala.
What is the pincode of Jagirakuda?
The pincode of Jagirakuda is 752032.
What is the population of Jagirakuda?
Jagirakuda has a total population of 381, including 203 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Jagirakuda?
There are 85 households in Jagirakuda.
What is the literacy rate in Jagirakuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagirakuda is 79.00%. Male literacy is 82.76% and female literacy is 74.72%.