Jarapa - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Jarapa is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Buduballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jarapa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarapa is 425066. The village covers a total geographical area of 258 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Jarapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarapa
As per Census 2011, Jarapa village has a total population of 388 people, consisting of 192 males and 196 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 151 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 239 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jarapa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 388 | 192 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 117 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 86 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 106 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Jarapa
Jarapa 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 Jarapa
Public transport in the Jarapa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Jarapa is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jarapa is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarapa 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 Jarapa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarapa 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 Jarapa
Where is Jarapa located?
Jarapa village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarapa?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarapa is Buduballi.
What is the pincode of Jarapa?
The pincode of Jarapa is 765019.
What is the population of Jarapa?
Jarapa has a total population of 388, including 192 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Jarapa?
There are 112 households in Jarapa.
What is the literacy rate in Jarapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarapa is 38.92%. Male literacy is 44.79% and female literacy is 33.16%.