Jareikela - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Jareikela is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jareikela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jareikela is 384250. The village covers a total geographical area of 332 hectares and falls under the 770017 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jareikela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jareikela
As per Census 2011, Jareikela village has a total population of 1,238 people, consisting of 628 males and 610 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 541 literate and 697 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,150 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jareikela are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Jareikela
Jareikela 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 Jareikela
Jareikela is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jareikela.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Jareikela is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Jareikela 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 Jareikela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jareikela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jareikela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jareikela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jareikela
Where is Jareikela located?
Jareikela village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jareikela?
Jareikela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jareikela?
The pincode of Jareikela is 770017.
What is the population of Jareikela?
Jareikela has a total population of 1,238, including 628 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Jareikela?
There are 248 households in Jareikela.
What is the literacy rate in Jareikela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jareikela is 43.70%. Male literacy is 50.80% and female literacy is 36.39%.