Jay Sagar - Lanka, Hojai
Jay Sagar is a village situated in the Lanka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from Lanka and around 65 km from Nagaon. Ranipukhuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jay Sagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jay Sagar is 285332. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.75 hectares and falls under the 782442 pincode. Lanka is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Jay Sagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lumding Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jay Sagar
As per Census 2011, Jay Sagar village has a total population of 2,393 people, consisting of 1,250 males and 1,143 females. The village has 467 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,655 literate and 738 illiterate residents. Additionally, 990 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jay Sagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,393 | 1,250 | 1,143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 163 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 990 | 525 | 465 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,655 | 945 | 710 |
| Illiterate Population | 738 | 305 | 433 |
Nearby Villages of Jay Sagar
Jay Sagar 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 Jay Sagar
Public transport in the Jay Sagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jay Sagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lanka to Jay Sagar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Jay Sagar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jay Sagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jay Sagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jay Sagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jay Sagar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jay Sagar
Where is Jay Sagar located?
Jay Sagar village is located in Lanka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jay Sagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jay Sagar is Ranipukhuri.
What is the pincode of Jay Sagar?
The pincode of Jay Sagar is 782442.
What is the population of Jay Sagar?
Jay Sagar has a total population of 2,393, including 1,250 males and 1,143 females.
How many households are there in Jay Sagar?
There are 467 households in Jay Sagar.
What is the literacy rate in Jay Sagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jay Sagar is 69.16%. Male literacy is 75.60% and female literacy is 62.12%.