Jhagarpur - Lailunga, Raigarh
Jhagarpur is a village situated in the Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lailunga and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Jhagarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhagarpur is 434627. The village covers a total geographical area of 862.47 hectares and falls under the 496113 pincode. Lailunga is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Jhagarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhagarpur
As per Census 2011, Jhagarpur village has a total population of 2,213 people, consisting of 1,031 males and 1,182 females. The village has 520 households and a sex ratio of 1,146 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,310 literate and 903 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhagarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,213 | 1,031 | 1,182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 146 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 68 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,106 | 496 | 610 |
| Literate Population | 1,310 | 661 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 903 | 370 | 533 |
Nearby Villages of Jhagarpur
Jhagarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohanpur | North | 1.88 km |
| Banekela | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Gosaidihi | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Bhendimuda | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Regdi | East | 2.94 km |
| Sagarpali | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Sohanpur | West | 3.19 km |
| Angekela | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Tilaidarha | South | 3.32 km |
| Sarasmal | East | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhagarpur
Jhagarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhupdeopur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.5 km.
| 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 Lailunga to Jhagarpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Jhagarpur 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 Jhagarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhagarpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhagarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhagarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhagarpur
Where is Jhagarpur located?
Jhagarpur village is located in Lailunga Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhagarpur?
Jhagarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhagarpur?
The pincode of Jhagarpur is 496113.
What is the population of Jhagarpur?
Jhagarpur has a total population of 2,213, including 1,031 males and 1,182 females.
How many households are there in Jhagarpur?
There are 520 households in Jhagarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jhagarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhagarpur is 59.20%. Male literacy is 64.11% and female literacy is 54.91%.