Jharakata - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Jharakata is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Badajhada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharakata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharakata is 410161. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Jharakata 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 Jharakata
According to the 2011 Census, Jharakata village had a total population of 432 people, including 221 males and 211 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.99%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 81.35%.
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 | 432 | 221 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 31 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 180 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 41 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Jharakata
Jharakata 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 Jharakata
Jharakata 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 Jharakata is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Jharakata is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharakata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharakata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jharakata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharakata 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jharakata
Where is Jharakata located?
Jharakata village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharakata?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharakata is Badajhada.
What is the pincode of Jharakata?
The pincode of Jharakata is 752032.
What is the population of Jharakata?
Jharakata had a total population of 432, including 221 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Jharakata?
Jharakata had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jharakata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharakata was 87.99%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 81.35%.