Jareikela
Jareikela is a village located in Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Rajagangapur (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Jareikela village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jareikela unique in its vibrant Rajagangapur-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Jareikela’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 Jareikela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jareikela is 384250. The village spans a total geographical area of 332 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770017. Rajagangapur is nearest town to Jareikela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Jareikela
Population of Jareikela
According to the 2011 Census, Jareikela has a total population of about 1,238, with approximately 628 males and 610 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 210 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 62 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,150. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.70%, with male literacy at about 50.80% and female literacy near 36.39%. There are around 248 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jareikela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,238 | 628 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 106 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,150 | 581 | 569 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 319 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 697 | 309 | 388 |
Connectivity of Jareikela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jareikela. As per the 2011 stats, Jareikela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jareikela
Knowing the nearby villages of Jareikela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jareikela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jareikela
- Where is Jareikela located?
- Jareikela village is situated in Rajagangapur Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jareikela?
- Jareikela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jareikela?
- The pincode of Jareikela is 770017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jareikela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jareikela is 1,238, with 628 males and 610 females.
- How many households are there in Jareikela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jareikela village has a total of 248 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jareikela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jareikela is 43.70%. The male literacy rate is 50.80%, while the female literacy rate is 36.39%.