Pritiranjan Gharai - MLA Profile
Constituency Overview
Pritiranjan Gharai represents the Sukinda constituency, a GEN reserved seat in the Jajapur district. As a member of the Biju Janata Dal, the MLA plays a crucial role in representing the local community's interests and contributing to the state's legislative process.
The Sukinda constituency is located in Baleshwar district, with significant rural and agricultural areas. The region is known for its unique demographic composition, economic challenges, and potential for development, particularly in sectors like agriculture, education, and local infrastructure.
Electoral Significance
In the 2019 elections, Pritiranjan Gharai secured a decisive victory with a margin of 16730 votes, representing 10.5% of the total votes. The high voter turnout of 79.3% demonstrates the active political engagement of the constituency's 201564 registered voters.
Electoral Information
Constituency: Sukinda (54)
Constituency Type: GEN
District: Jajapur
Political Party: Biju Janata Dal
Election Results
Election Year: 2019
Total Electors: 201564
Total Votes: 159881
Poll Percentage: 79.3%
Margin of Victory: 16730 votes (10.5%)
Constituency Details
Parliament Constituency: Jajpur
Assembly Constituency: Sukinda
District: Baleshwar
Subdistrict: Baleshwar Sadar
Village: Budhiamari