Jaigur - Bhairamgarh, Bijapur
Jaigur is a village situated in the Bhairamgarh tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhairamgarh and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Jaigur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaigur is 451185. The village covers a total geographical area of 1130.88 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Jaigur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaigur
As per Census 2011, Jaigur village has a total population of 1,517 people, consisting of 751 males and 766 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 315 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 1,281 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaigur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,517 | 751 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 169 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,154 | 573 | 581 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 153 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,281 | 598 | 683 |
Nearby Villages of Jaigur
Jaigur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Darbha | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Medpal | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Bandemarka | North | 3.21 km |
| Idwada | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Petha | North-West | 4.70 km |
| Dodum | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Chhotepotenar | South | 4.78 km |
| Parkeli | North-West | 4.87 km |
| Ketulnar | South-West | 6.04 km |
| Tumnar | South | 6.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jaigur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jaigur. The nearest railway station is Kamalur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dantewada to Jaigur is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Jaigur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaigur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaigur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jaigur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaigur 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 Jaigur
Where is Jaigur located?
Jaigur village is located in Bhairamgarh Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaigur?
Jaigur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaigur?
The pincode of Jaigur is 494450.
What is the population of Jaigur?
Jaigur has a total population of 1,517, including 751 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Jaigur?
There are 325 households in Jaigur.
What is the literacy rate in Jaigur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaigur is 15.56%. Male literacy is 20.37% and female literacy is 10.84%.