Jhinjiripanga - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Jhinjiripanga is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Paikdokulguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhinjiripanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhinjiripanga is 425159. The village covers a total geographical area of 198 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Jhinjiripanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhinjiripanga
As per Census 2011, Jhinjiripanga village has a total population of 307 people, consisting of 144 males and 163 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,131 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhinjiripanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 307 | 144 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 14 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 129 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 51 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 93 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Jhinjiripanga
Jhinjiripanga 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 Jhinjiripanga
Jhinjiripanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jhinjiripanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Jhinjiripanga is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jhinjiripanga is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhinjiripanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhinjiripanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhinjiripanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhinjiripanga 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhinjiripanga
Where is Jhinjiripanga located?
Jhinjiripanga village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhinjiripanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhinjiripanga is Paikdokulguda.
What is the pincode of Jhinjiripanga?
The pincode of Jhinjiripanga is 765019.
What is the population of Jhinjiripanga?
Jhinjiripanga has a total population of 307, including 144 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Jhinjiripanga?
There are 74 households in Jhinjiripanga.
What is the literacy rate in Jhinjiripanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhinjiripanga is 26.38%. Male literacy is 35.42% and female literacy is 18.40%.