Jainagar - Bhargama, Araria
Jainagar is a village situated in the Bhargama subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhargama and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Jainagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jainagar is 221654. The village covers a total geographical area of 1131 hectares and falls under the 854334 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jainagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narpatganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Araria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jainagar
As per Census 2011, Jainagar village has a total population of 7,518 people, consisting of 3,913 males and 3,605 females. The village has 1,667 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,363 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,605 literate and 3,913 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,365 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jainagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,518 | 3,913 | 3,605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,363 | 679 | 684 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,365 | 673 | 692 |
| Literate Population | 3,605 | 2,203 | 1,402 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,913 | 1,710 | 2,203 |
Nearby Villages of Jainagar
Jainagar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirsia Hanumanganj | South | 2.30 km |
| Shankarpur | East | 2.54 km |
| Ratan Sar | West | 2.89 km |
| Narhewa Diara | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Simarbani | North-East | 4.27 km |
| Goalpara | West | 4.75 km |
| Shaikhpura | South-East | 4.97 km |
| Garuha Bishunpur | North | 5.20 km |
| Sirsia Kalan | South-West | 5.34 km |
| Patti Niyamat Urf Girdharpatti | North-West | 5.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jainagar
Jainagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gogipothia Halt, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Forbesganj to Jainagar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Jainagar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jainagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jainagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jainagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jainagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jainagar
Where is Jainagar located?
Jainagar village is located in Bhargama Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jainagar?
Jainagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jainagar?
The pincode of Jainagar is 854334.
What is the population of Jainagar?
Jainagar has a total population of 7,518, including 3,913 males and 3,605 females.
How many households are there in Jainagar?
There are 1,667 households in Jainagar.
What is the literacy rate in Jainagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jainagar is 47.95%. Male literacy is 56.30% and female literacy is 38.89%.