Irgawan - Lakhanpur, Surguja
Irgawan is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Iragawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Irgawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irgawan is 433110. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.02 hectares and falls under the 497116 pincode. Lakhanpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Irgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Irgawan
As per Census 2011, Irgawan village has a total population of 1,040 people, consisting of 562 males and 478 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 401 literate and 639 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 694 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Irgawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,040 | 562 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 101 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 694 | 372 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 268 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 294 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Irgawan
Irgawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malgawan Kalan | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Amalbhiti | East | 1.55 km |
| Majhgawan | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Turna | South | 2.83 km |
| Palgadhi | West | 2.94 km |
| Parri | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Belkharikha | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Amdala | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Salka | North | 3.24 km |
| Mukundpur | North-East | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Irgawan
Irgawan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.2 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 Lakhanpur to Irgawan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Irgawan is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irgawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Irgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irgawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Irgawan
Where is Irgawan located?
Irgawan village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Irgawan is Iragawan.
What is the pincode of Irgawan?
The pincode of Irgawan is 497116.
What is the population of Irgawan?
Irgawan has a total population of 1,040, including 562 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Irgawan?
There are 239 households in Irgawan.
What is the literacy rate in Irgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irgawan is 38.56%. Male literacy is 47.69% and female literacy is 27.82%.