Jigaon - Shergaon Circle, West Kameng
Jigaon is a village situated in the Shergaon Circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Shergaon and around 45 km from Bomdila. Jigaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jigaon is 261774. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 790003 pincode. Rupa is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Jigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jigaon village had a total population of 579 people, including 335 males and 244 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 728 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.79%, with male literacy at 80.21% and female literacy at 72.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 287.
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 | 579 | 335 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 47 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 154 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 231 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 104 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Jigaon
Jigaon 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 Jigaon
Jigaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rupa to Jigaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Jigaon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jigaon
Where is Jigaon located?
Jigaon village is located in Shergaon Circle Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jigaon?
Jigaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jigaon?
The pincode of Jigaon is 790003.
What is the population of Jigaon?
Jigaon had a total population of 579, including 335 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Jigaon?
Jigaon had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jigaon was 76.79%. Male literacy was 80.21% and female literacy was 72.22%.