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
As per Census 2011, Jagun Forest Village has a total population of 319 people, consisting of 169 males and 150 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 239 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagun Forest Village are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 169 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| 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 has a total population of 319, including 169 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Jagun Forest Village?
There are 67 households in Jagun Forest Village.
What is the literacy rate in Jagun Forest Village?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagun Forest Village is 25.08%. Male literacy is 27.81% and female literacy is 22.00%.