Jagun Forest Village - Margherita, Tinsukia
Jagun Forest Village is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Jagun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagun Forest Village village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagun Forest Village is 291054. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.6 hectares and falls under the 786188 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Jagun Forest Village village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Margherita Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jagun Forest Village
According to the 2011 Census, Jagun Forest Village had a total population of 319 people, including 169 males and 150 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.25%, with male literacy at 34.81% and female literacy at 27.27%.
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 | 319 | 169 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 47 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 122 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Jagun Forest Village
Jagun Forest Village 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 Jagun Forest Village
Jagun Forest Village is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jagun Forest Village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Margherita to Jagun Forest Village is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Jagun Forest Village is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagun Forest Village
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagun Forest Village village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jagun Forest Village
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagun Forest Village village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jagun Forest Village
Where is Jagun Forest Village located?
Jagun Forest Village village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagun Forest Village?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagun Forest Village is Jagun.
What is the pincode of Jagun Forest Village?
The pincode of Jagun Forest Village is 786188.
What is the population of Jagun Forest Village?
Jagun Forest Village had a total population of 319, including 169 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Jagun Forest Village?
Jagun Forest Village had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jagun Forest Village?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagun Forest Village was 31.25%. Male literacy was 34.81% and female literacy was 27.27%.