Jurigaon Village - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Jurigaon is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Dadan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jurigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jurigaon is 282001. The village covers a total geographical area of 384.63 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jurigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goalpara West Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jurigaon
As per Census 2011, Jurigaon village has a total population of 3,238 people, consisting of 1,629 males and 1,609 females. The village has 635 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 578 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,662 literate and 1,576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 309 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jurigaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,238 | 1,629 | 1,609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 578 | 302 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 96 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 144 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 1,662 | 883 | 779 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,576 | 746 | 830 |
Nearby Villages of Jurigaon
Jurigaon 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 Jurigaon
Jurigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Jurigaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Jurigaon is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jurigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jurigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jurigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jurigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jurigaon
Where is Jurigaon located?
Jurigaon village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jurigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jurigaon is Dadan.
What is the pincode of Jurigaon?
The pincode of Jurigaon is 783120.
What is the population of Jurigaon?
Jurigaon has a total population of 3,238, including 1,629 males and 1,609 females.
How many households are there in Jurigaon?
There are 635 households in Jurigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jurigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jurigaon is 51.33%. Male literacy is 54.21% and female literacy is 48.42%.