Kirgi - Dongargaon, Rajnandgaon
Kirgi 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 10 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Kirgi B serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kirgi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirgi is 441097. The village covers a total geographical area of 386.28 hectares and falls under the 491661 pincode. Rajnandgaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kirgi 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 Kirgi
As per Census 2011, Kirgi village has a total population of 1,252 people, consisting of 636 males and 616 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 811 literate and 441 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kirgi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,252 | 636 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 84 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 811 | 474 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 162 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Kirgi
Kirgi 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 Kirgi
Kirgi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kirgi.
| 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 Kirgi is about 10 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 Kirgi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirgi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kirgi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirgi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kirgi
Where is Kirgi located?
Kirgi village is located in Dongargaon Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirgi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kirgi is Kirgi B.
What is the pincode of Kirgi?
The pincode of Kirgi is 491661.
What is the population of Kirgi?
Kirgi has a total population of 1,252, including 636 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Kirgi?
There are 269 households in Kirgi.
What is the literacy rate in Kirgi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirgi is 64.78%. Male literacy is 74.53% and female literacy is 54.71%.