Jagannathpur - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Jagannathpur is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sunakhandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagannathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagannathpur is 425594. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Jagannathpur 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 Jagannathpur
As per Census 2011, Jagannathpur village has a total population of 559 people, consisting of 301 males and 258 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 215 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagannathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 559 | 301 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 126 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 183 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 118 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Jagannathpur
Jagannathpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Maneiguda | East | 0.96 km |
| Hajaridanga | West | 1.03 km |
| Khajuriguda | North | 1.18 km |
| Rakhalguda | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Dimbiribadi | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Railaguda | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Aljingguda | East | 1.76 km |
| Punjamahal | North | 2.18 km |
| Pipalguda | South | 2.23 km |
| Baghadangar | South-East | 2.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jagannathpur
Jagannathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sikarpai, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Jagannathpur is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jagannathpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagannathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagannathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jagannathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagannathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jagannathpur
Where is Jagannathpur located?
Jagannathpur village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagannathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagannathpur is Sunakhandi.
What is the pincode of Jagannathpur?
The pincode of Jagannathpur is 765016.
What is the population of Jagannathpur?
Jagannathpur has a total population of 559, including 301 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Jagannathpur?
There are 158 households in Jagannathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jagannathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagannathpur is 49.19%. Male literacy is 60.80% and female literacy is 35.66%.