Jajgi - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Jajgi is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Lad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jajgi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jajgi is 435962. The village covers a total geographical area of 313.45 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Jajgi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jajgi
According to the 2011 Census, Jajgi village had a total population of 501 people, including 248 males and 253 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.39%, with male literacy at 63.13% and female literacy at 42.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 440.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 501 | 248 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 50 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 219 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 125 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 123 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Jajgi
Jajgi 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 Jajgi
Jajgi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katghora to Jajgi is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Jajgi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jajgi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jajgi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jajgi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jajgi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jajgi
Where is Jajgi located?
Jajgi village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jajgi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jajgi is Lad.
What is the pincode of Jajgi?
The pincode of Jajgi is 495448.
What is the population of Jajgi?
Jajgi had a total population of 501, including 248 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Jajgi?
Jajgi had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jajgi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jajgi was 52.39%. Male literacy was 63.13% and female literacy was 42.73%.