Jirkatang No.2 (Efa) - Ferrargunj, South Andamans
Jirkatang No.2 (Efa) is a village situated in the Ferrargunj taluka of South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 55 km from Port Blair. Ferrargunj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jirkatang No.2 (Efa) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jirkatang No.2 (Efa) is 645499. The village covers a total geographical area of 0.5 hectares and falls under the 744206 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jirkatang No.2 (Efa) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jirkatang No.2 (Efa)
According to the 2011 Census, Jirkatang No.2 (Efa) village had a total population of 304 people, including 160 males and 144 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.00%, with male literacy at 90.41% and female literacy at 83.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 304 | 160 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 132 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 28 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Jirkatang No.2 (Efa)
Jirkatang No.2 (Efa) 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 Jirkatang No.2 (Efa)
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Jirkatang No.2 (Efa) is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Port Blair to Jirkatang No.2 (Efa) is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Jirkatang No.2 (Efa)
Where is Jirkatang No.2 (Efa) located?
Jirkatang No.2 (Efa) village is located in Ferrargunj Taluka, South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jirkatang No.2 (Efa)?
The Gram Panchayat of Jirkatang No.2 (Efa) is Ferrargunj.
What is the pincode of Jirkatang No.2 (Efa)?
The pincode of Jirkatang No.2 (Efa) is 744206.
What is the population of Jirkatang No.2 (Efa)?
Jirkatang No.2 (Efa) had a total population of 304, including 160 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Jirkatang No.2 (Efa)?
Jirkatang No.2 (Efa) had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jirkatang No.2 (Efa)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jirkatang No.2 (Efa) was 87.00%. Male literacy was 90.41% and female literacy was 83.21%.