Jhitika
Jhitika is a village located in Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Padmapur (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Tembaguda is the gram panchayat of Jhitika village.
Here you can discover what makes Jhitika unique in its vibrant Padmapur-Rayagada region. You’ll see Jhitika’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jhitika
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhitika is 427092. The village spans a total geographical area of 543 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765025. Gunupur is nearest town to Jhitika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Jhitika
Population of Jhitika
According to the 2011 Census, Jhitika has a total population of about 648, with approximately 326 males and 322 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 101 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 34 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 454. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.99%, with male literacy at about 56.44% and female literacy near 35.40%. There are around 152 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhitika's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 648 | 326 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 52 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 454 | 221 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 184 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 142 | 208 |
Connectivity of Jhitika
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhitika. As per the 2011 stats, Jhitika 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhitika
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhitika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhitika.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhitika
- Where is Jhitika located?
- Jhitika village is situated in Padmapur Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhitika?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhitika is Tembaguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhitika?
- The pincode of Jhitika is 765025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhitika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhitika is 648, with 326 males and 322 females.
- How many households are there in Jhitika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhitika village has a total of 152 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhitika as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhitika is 45.99%. The male literacy rate is 56.44%, while the female literacy rate is 35.40%.