Jerigaon
Jerigaon is a village located in Nafra circle of West Kameng district in Arunachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Nafra (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bomdila. As per 2009 stats, Jerigaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jerigaon unique in its vibrant Nafra-West Kameng region. You’ll see Jerigaon’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 Jerigaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jerigaon is 261743. The village spans a total geographical area of 68 hectares. Bomdila is nearest town to Jerigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Jerigaon
Population of Jerigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jerigaon has a total population of about 534, with approximately 281 males and 253 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 98 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 491. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.45%, with male literacy at about 44.84% and female literacy near 35.57%. There are around 115 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jerigaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 534 | 281 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 491 | 257 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 126 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 155 | 163 |
Connectivity of Jerigaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jerigaon. As per the 2011 stats, Jerigaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jerigaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Jerigaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jerigaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jerigaon
- Where is Jerigaon located?
- Jerigaon village is situated in Nafra Circle, within the West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jerigaon?
- Jerigaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Jerigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jerigaon is 534, with 281 males and 253 females.
- How many households are there in Jerigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jerigaon village has a total of 115 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jerigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jerigaon is 40.45%. The male literacy rate is 44.84%, while the female literacy rate is 35.57%.