Jayaghant

Jayaghant is a village located in Dhama tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Dhama (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Batemura is the gram panchayat of Jayaghant village.

Here you can discover what makes Jayaghant unique in its vibrant Dhama-Sambalpur region. You’ll see Jayaghant’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 Jayaghant

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jayaghant is 382210. The village spans a total geographical area of 132 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768005. Sambalpur is nearest town to Jayaghant village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Jayaghant village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rengali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Jayaghant

According to the 2011 Census, Jayaghant has a total population of about 459, with approximately 242 males and 217 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 332 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 48. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.23%, with male literacy at about 75.62% and female literacy near 55.76%. There are around 123 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jayaghant's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 459 242 217
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 45 26 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 332 171 161
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 48 24 24
Literate Population 304 183 121
Illiterate Population 155 59 96

Connectivity of Jayaghant

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

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

Nearby Villages of Jayaghant

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jayaghant

Where is Jayaghant located?
Jayaghant village is situated in Dhama Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jayaghant?
The Gram Panchayat of Jayaghant is Batemura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jayaghant?
The pincode of Jayaghant is 768005, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jayaghant as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jayaghant is 459, with 242 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Jayaghant as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jayaghant village has a total of 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jayaghant as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jayaghant is 66.23%. The male literacy rate is 75.62%, while the female literacy rate is 55.76%.