Jurgum
About Jurgum
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jurgum village is 433671. Jurgum village is located in Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Bagicha (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Jurgum village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 617.8 hectares. Jurgum has a total population of 1,164 peoples, out of which male population is 574 while female population is 590. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1027 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jurgum village is 54.21% out of which 64.29% males and 44.41% females are literate. There are about 316 houses in jurgum village. Pincode of jurgum village locality is 496224.
When it comes to administration, Jurgum village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jurgum village comes under Jashpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Bagicha is nearest town to jurgum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Jurgum
The population details of Jurgum cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,164 | 574 | 590 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 172 | 87 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 52 | 21 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 804 | 406 | 398 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 369 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 533 | 205 | 328 |
Connectivity of Jurgum
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jurgum
Where is Jurgum located?
Jurgum village is situated in Bagicha Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jurgum?
Jurgum serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jurgum?
The pincode of Jurgum is 496224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jurgum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jurgum is 1,164, with 574 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Jurgum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jurgum village has a total of 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jurgum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jurgum is 54.21%. The male literacy rate is 64.29%, while the female literacy rate is 44.41%.