Jurgum

Jurgum is a village located in Jashpur tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 2km away from Jashpur Nagar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Jurgum village. As per 2009 stats, Jurgum village is also a gram panchayat.

Jurgum has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jurgum

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jurgum is 433849. The village spans a total geographical area of 340.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496331. Jashpur Nagar is nearest town to Jurgum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

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Population of Jurgum

Below is a concise population overview of Jurgum as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,482 775 707
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 293 151 142
Scheduled Castes (SC) 28 16 12
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,265 662 603
Literate Population 962 557 405
Illiterate Population 520 218 302

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jurgum village:

  • The total population of Jurgum village is around 1,482, including approximately 775 males and 707 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 293 children aged 0–6 years in Jurgum village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jurgum village has 28 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,265 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jurgum village is about 64.91%, with male literacy at 71.87% and female literacy at 57.28%.
  • There are around 389 households in Jurgum village.

Connectivity of Jurgum

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jurgum. As per the 2011 stats, Jurgum had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jurgum

Knowing the nearby villages of Jurgum helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jurgum.

Frequently Asked Questions about Jurgum

Where is Jurgum located?
Jurgum village is situated in Jashpur 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 496331, 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 1,482, with 775 males and 707 females.
How many households are there in Jurgum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jurgum village has a total of 389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jurgum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jurgum is 64.91%. The male literacy rate is 71.87%, while the female literacy rate is 57.28%.