Jodipai - Kashipur, Rayagada
Jodipai is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Talajhiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jodipai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jodipai is 425816. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Jodipai 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 Jodipai
According to the 2011 Census, Jodipai village had a total population of 242 people, including 114 males and 128 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,123 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.06%, with male literacy at 43.18% and female literacy at 11.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 242 | 114 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 81 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 38 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 76 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Jodipai
Jodipai 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 Jodipai
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jodipai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jodipai is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jodipai is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jodipai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jodipai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jodipai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jodipai 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jodipai
Where is Jodipai located?
Jodipai village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jodipai?
The Gram Panchayat of Jodipai is Talajhiri.
What is the pincode of Jodipai?
The pincode of Jodipai is 765015.
What is the population of Jodipai?
Jodipai had a total population of 242, including 114 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Jodipai?
Jodipai had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jodipai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jodipai was 26.06%. Male literacy was 43.18% and female literacy was 11.00%.