Jiari - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Jiari 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 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dukum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jiari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jiari is 425257. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jiari 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 Jiari
As per Census 2011, Jiari village has a total population of 326 people, consisting of 185 males and 141 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 762 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 213 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 183 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jiari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 185 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 110 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 144 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 41 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Jiari
Jiari 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 Jiari
Jiari 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 Jiari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jiari is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jiari is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jiari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jiari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jiari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jiari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jiari
Where is Jiari located?
Jiari village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jiari?
The Gram Panchayat of Jiari is Dukum.
What is the pincode of Jiari?
The pincode of Jiari is 765019.
What is the population of Jiari?
Jiari has a total population of 326, including 185 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Jiari?
There are 86 households in Jiari.
What is the literacy rate in Jiari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jiari is 65.34%. Male literacy is 77.84% and female literacy is 48.94%.