Jodamba - Kashipur, Rayagada
Jodamba is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Adajore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jodamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jodamba is 425745. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Jodamba 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 Jodamba
According to the 2011 Census, Jodamba village had a total population of 628 people, including 305 males and 323 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.80%, with male literacy at 36.80% and female literacy at 20.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 281.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 628 | 305 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 55 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 75 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 137 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 92 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 213 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Jodamba
Jodamba 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 Jodamba
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jodamba.
| 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 Jodamba is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jodamba 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 Jodamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jodamba 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jodamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jodamba 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 Jodamba
Where is Jodamba located?
Jodamba village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jodamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Jodamba is Adajore.
What is the pincode of Jodamba?
The pincode of Jodamba is 765015.
What is the population of Jodamba?
Jodamba had a total population of 628, including 305 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Jodamba?
Jodamba had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jodamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jodamba was 28.80%. Male literacy was 36.80% and female literacy was 20.80%.