Janhikuda - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Janhikuda is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Nuapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janhikuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janhikuda is 410159. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Janhikuda 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 Janhikuda
According to the 2011 Census, Janhikuda village had a total population of 753 people, including 387 males and 366 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.42%, with male literacy at 74.57% and female literacy at 53.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 753 | 387 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 37 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 261 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 126 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Janhikuda
Janhikuda 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 Janhikuda
Janhikuda 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 5-10 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 Janhikuda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Janhikuda is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Janhikuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janhikuda 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 Janhikuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janhikuda 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 Janhikuda
Where is Janhikuda located?
Janhikuda village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janhikuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Janhikuda is Nuapada.
What is the pincode of Janhikuda?
The pincode of Janhikuda is 752032.
What is the population of Janhikuda?
Janhikuda had a total population of 753, including 387 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Janhikuda?
Janhikuda had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Janhikuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janhikuda was 64.42%. Male literacy was 74.57% and female literacy was 53.29%.