Jagson - Kiratpur, Darbhanga
Jagson is a village situated in the Kiratpur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kiratpur and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Narkatia Bhandara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagson village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagson is 227784. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.2 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Jagson village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jagson
As per Census 2011, Jagson village has a total population of 3,128 people, consisting of 1,625 males and 1,503 females. The village has 655 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 598 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,126 literate and 2,002 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagson are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,128 | 1,625 | 1,503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 598 | 312 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 112 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,126 | 772 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,002 | 853 | 1,149 |
Nearby Villages of Jagson
Jagson 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 Jagson
Jagson is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Benipur to Jagson is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Jagson is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagson
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagson village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jagson
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagson village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jagson
Where is Jagson located?
Jagson village is located in Kiratpur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagson?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagson is Narkatia Bhandara.
What is the pincode of Jagson?
The pincode of Jagson is 847203.
What is the population of Jagson?
Jagson has a total population of 3,128, including 1,625 males and 1,503 females.
How many households are there in Jagson?
There are 655 households in Jagson.
What is the literacy rate in Jagson?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagson is 36.00%. Male literacy is 47.51% and female literacy is 23.55%.