Jangalpur - Dongargaon, Rajnandgaon
Jangalpur is a village situated in the Dongargaon tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargaon and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Jangalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jangalpur is 441103. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.07 hectares and falls under the 491441 pincode. Rajnandgaon is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Jangalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jangalpur
As per Census 2011, Jangalpur village has a total population of 1,100 people, consisting of 541 males and 559 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 804 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jangalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,100 | 541 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 84 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 804 | 433 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 108 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Jangalpur
Jangalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Banbhedi | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Farhad | East | 2.04 km |
| Kotrasarar | South | 2.21 km |
| Mohbhattha | South | 2.65 km |
| Banhardi | West | 2.76 km |
| Chamarray Tolagaon | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Paneka | East | 3.73 km |
| Bankal | East | 4.12 km |
| Ghorda | South-West | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jangalpur
Jangalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bakal, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajnandgaon to Jangalpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jangalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jangalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jangalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jangalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jangalpur
Where is Jangalpur located?
Jangalpur village is located in Dongargaon Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jangalpur?
Jangalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jangalpur?
The pincode of Jangalpur is 491441.
What is the population of Jangalpur?
Jangalpur has a total population of 1,100, including 541 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Jangalpur?
There are 229 households in Jangalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jangalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jangalpur is 73.09%. Male literacy is 80.04% and female literacy is 66.37%.