Jagatsinghapur District Odisha- Latest Information(2023)
Jagatsinghapur District is a district located in the Indian state of Odisha. The district headquarters is in the town of Jagatsinghapur. It was formed in 1993 when it was carved out of the Cuttack District. The district is named after the erstwhile Jagatsingh, the ruler of the former princely state of Jagatsinghpur.

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Founded by | Government of Orissa |
Headquarters | Jagatsinghpur |
Total Area | 1,759 km2 (679 sq mi) |
Elevation | 559.31 m (1,835.01 ft) |
Official Languages | Odia, English |
Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
PIN Code | 754XXX |
Vehicle registration | OD-21 |
1,501.3 millimeters (59.11 in) | 1,501.3 millimetres (59.11 in) |
Geography of Jagatsinghapur District:
Location: Jagatsinghapur District is situated in the coastal region of Odisha, on the eastern coast of India. It is bordered by the Bay of Bengal to the east, Kendrapara District to the north, Cuttack District to the west, and Puri District to the south.
Topography: The district has a predominantly flat topography with some undulating plains and low-lying areas. The Mahanadi Delta, formed by the Mahanadi River and its distributaries, dominates the eastern part of the district. The landscape is characterized by agricultural fields, marshlands, and water bodies.
Rivers: The Mahanadi River, one of the major rivers in India, flows through the district. It divides the district into two parts, with the eastern side of the river comprising the Mahanadi Delta. The river and its tributaries, such as the Birupa River and Devi River, play a vital role in the district’s irrigation and agriculture.
Coastline: Jagatsinghapur District has a significant coastline along the Bay of Bengal. The coastal region is known for its sandy beaches, fishing activities, and port facilities. Paradip Port, one of the major ports in India, is located in neighboring Jagatsinghpur District.
Climate: Jagatsinghapur District experiences a tropical climate. Summers (March to June) are hot and humid, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C (104°F). Monsoon season (June to September) brings heavy rainfall due to the southwest monsoon winds. Winters (December to February) are relatively mild with pleasant temperatures.
Divisions in Jagatsinghapur:
Sub-Division | 01-Jagatsinghpur |
Blocks | 01-Jagatsinghpur 02-Biridi 03-Balikuda 04-Raghunathpur 05-Tirtol 06-Kujanga 07-Erasama 08-Naugaon |
Tehsils | 01-Jagatsinghpur 02-Biridi 03-Balikuda 04-Raghunathpur 05-Tirtol 06-Kujanga 07-Erasama 08-Naugaon |
Gramapanchayats | 198 Nos |
Villages | 1321 Nos |
Municipalities | 01-Jagatsinghpur Municipality 02-Paradeep Municipality |
Parliamentary Constituencies | 01-Jagatsinghpur |
Assembly Constituencies | 01- Paradeep 02- Tirtol 03- Balikuda-Erasama 04- Jagatsinghpur |
Communication:
By Air | The Nearest Airport is Bhubaneswar Airport- 70 Kms |
By Train | The Nearest Railway Stations is Chhapada |
By Road | From cuttack it is 40 K.Ms on the national high way 55 |
Police Stations:
Sl No | Name of police Station |
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1 | Jagatsinghpur P.S |
2 | Biridi P.S |
3 | Raghunathpur P.S |
4 | Balikuda P.S. |
5 | Naugaon P.S |
6 | Tirtol P.S |
7 | Kujanga P.S. |
8 | Erasama P.S. |
9 | Paradeep Lock P.S. |
10 | Paradeep P.S. |
11 | Paradeep Marine P.S. |
12 | Abhayachandpur P.S. |
13 | Energy P.S. |
14 | Jatadhari Muhana Marine P.S |
15 | Bandar Marine P.S. |
Helpline Numbers:
Sl No | Description | Number |
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1 | Local Police Station | 100 |
2 | Elder Person Help Line | 1090 |
3 | Children Help Line | 1098 |
4 | Fire Help Line | 101 |
5 | Ambulance Help Line | 108 |
6 | Janani Ambulance Help Line | 102 |
STD Codes of the District:
Area | STD code |
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Naugaon | 06724 |
Balikuda | 06724 |
Tirtol | 06724 |
Ersama | 06722 |
Kujanga | 06722 |
Biridi | 06722 |
Raghunathpur | 06724 |
Jagatsinghpur | 06724 |
Tourist Places:
ChandaPur | |
Gada Kujanga Temple | |
Maa Sarala Temple | |
Paradeep Port | |
Sandhakuda | |
Siali Sea Beach |
Colleges/Universities:
A.S.College,Tirtol, Jagatsinghpur Address: Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur, Odisha 754137 | |
Alaka Mahabidyalaya Address: Sareisasan, Odisha 754114 | |
Balikuda College Balikada, Jagatsinghapur, SH-43, Cuttack Jagatsinghpur Road, Jagatsinghpur, Jagatsinghpur, Odisha 754108 | |
Government Polytechnic At- Jamugaon, Block-Naugaon,Dist-Jagatsinghpur,PIN-754107 Email : principalgpjspur[at]gmail[dot]com Phone : 06724-220199 Website Link : https://gpjspur.wixsite.com/jagatsinghpur | |
Paradeep College, Paradeep Address: Near Light House, Nuabazar, Dist. Jagatsinghpur, Paradeep, Odisha 754142 | |
SVM Autonomous College Address: College square, Jagatsinghpur, Odisha 754103 |
Schools:
Adarsha Vidyalaya Jagatsinghpur Salajanga Jagatsinghpur Website Link : http://www.oavs.in/ | |
jawahar navodaya vidyalaya jagatsinghpur JAWAHAR NAVODAYA VIDYALAYA, SAILO,RAHAMA ,JAGATSINGHPUR – 754140 Email : jnvjagatsinghpur[at]gmail[dot]com Phone : 06722-248045 Website Link : http://jnvjagatsinghpur.nic.in/index.php | |
kendriya vidyalaya Paradeep Port Kendriya Vidyalaya Paradip port Paradip, Jagatsinghpur, Orissa-754142 Email : kvparadipport[at]gmail[dot]com Phone : 06722-222243 Website Link : http://kvparadip.org/ |
Banks:
Axis Bank Sanabazar, In Front Of Govt High School, Plot No. 1353/1821, Jagatsinghpur, Odisha 754103 | |
HDFC Bank HDFC Bank LTD, Durga Bazar, Jagatsinghpur, Odisha 754103 | |
ICICI Bank College Square, Near Ganesh Mandir, Jagatsinghpur, Odisha 754103 | |
IDBI BANK Mahalaxmi Complex, Gopalsagar, Infront Of SBI Evening Branch, Jagatsinghpur, Odisha 754103 | |
Punjab National Bank – Jagatsinghpur Branch Jagatsinghpur, Odisha 754103 | |
State Bank Of India SH 43, Jagatsinghpur, Odisha 754103 Phone : 9540613360 | |
Syndicate Bank Chanda Patana, Alanahata Rd, Jagatsinghpur, Odisha 754109 | |
UCO Bank – Jagatsinghpur Branch SH 43, Jagatsinghpur, Odisha 754103 | |
United Bank of India Jayabad, Jagatsinghapur, SH-43, Cuttack Jagatsinghpur Road, Jagatsinghpur, Odisha 754103 |
Hospitals
District Headquater Hospital Jagatsinghpur, Odisha-754103 |