Jerka

Jerka is a village located in Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Godiballi is the gram panchayat of Jerka village.

Jerka has its own place in the vibrant Rayagada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jerka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jerka is 425834. The village spans a total geographical area of 57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765015. Rayagada is nearest town to Jerka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.

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Population of Jerka

Below is a concise population overview of Jerka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 137 64 73
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 20 13 7
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 54 27 27
Literate Population 19 14 5
Illiterate Population 118 50 68

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jerka village:

  • The total population of Jerka village is around 137, including approximately 64 males and 73 females, with a sex ratio of 1140 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Jerka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jerka village has 54 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jerka village is about 13.87%, with male literacy at 21.88% and female literacy at 6.85%.
  • There are around 31 households in Jerka village.

Connectivity of Jerka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jerka. As per the 2011 stats, Jerka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jerka

Knowing the nearby villages of Jerka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jerka.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jerka

Where is Jerka located?
Jerka village is situated in Kashipur Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jerka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jerka is Godiballi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jerka?
The pincode of Jerka is 765015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jerka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jerka is 137, with 64 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Jerka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jerka village has a total of 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jerka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jerka is 13.87%. The male literacy rate is 21.88%, while the female literacy rate is 6.85%.