Jhargaon - Amlipadar, Gariyaband
Jhargaon is a village situated in the Amlipadar tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 67 km from Mainpur and around 203 km from Raipur. Jhargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhargaon is 445502. The village covers a total geographical area of 926 hectares and falls under the 493890 pincode. Gariyaband is the nearest town, located about 113 km away.
Jhargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bindranawagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhargaon
As per Census 2011, Jhargaon village has a total population of 3,209 people, consisting of 1,597 males and 1,612 females. The village has 869 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 483 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,487 literate and 1,722 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,197 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,209 | 1,597 | 1,612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 483 | 252 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 135 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,197 | 587 | 610 |
| Literate Population | 1,487 | 976 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,722 | 621 | 1,101 |
Nearby Villages of Jhargaon
Jhargaon 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 Jhargaon
Jhargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariyaband to Jhargaon is about 113 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Jhargaon is about 203 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhargaon 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhargaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jhargaon
Where is Jhargaon located?
Jhargaon village is located in Amlipadar Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhargaon?
Jhargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhargaon?
The pincode of Jhargaon is 493890.
What is the population of Jhargaon?
Jhargaon has a total population of 3,209, including 1,597 males and 1,612 females.
How many households are there in Jhargaon?
There are 869 households in Jhargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jhargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhargaon is 46.34%. Male literacy is 61.11% and female literacy is 31.70%.