Jerka - Kashipur, Rayagada
Jerka is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Godiballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jerka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jerka is 425834. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Jerka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jerka
As per Census 2011, Jerka village has a total population of 137 people, consisting of 64 males and 73 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,140 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 19 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jerka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 137 | 64 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 50 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Jerka
Jerka 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 Jerka
Public transport in the Jerka is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Jerka is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jerka is about 30 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 Jerka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jerka 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 Jerka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jerka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jerka
Where is Jerka located?
Jerka village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jerka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jerka is Godiballi.
What is the pincode of Jerka?
The pincode of Jerka is 765015.
What is the population of Jerka?
Jerka has a total population of 137, including 64 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Jerka?
There are 31 households in Jerka.
What is the literacy rate in Jerka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jerka is 13.87%. Male literacy is 21.88% and female literacy is 6.85%.