Jajga - Mainpat, Surguja
Jajga is a village situated in the Mainpat tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narbadapur and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Jajga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jajga is 433564. The village covers a total geographical area of 926.46 hectares and falls under the 497001 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Jajga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jajga
As per Census 2011, Jajga village has a total population of 2,961 people, consisting of 1,539 males and 1,422 females. The village has 626 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 471 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,285 literate and 1,676 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,523 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jajga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,961 | 1,539 | 1,422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 251 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,523 | 1,317 | 1,206 |
| Literate Population | 1,285 | 783 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,676 | 756 | 920 |
Nearby Villages of Jajga
Jajga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balampur | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Dumarbhawana | North | 2.96 km |
| Karabel | East | 3.06 km |
| Vishunpur | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Deogarh | South | 3.31 km |
| Ratanpur | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Bamlaya | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Kapatbahari | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Telaidhar | East | 5.13 km |
| Sontarai | South-East | 5.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jajga
Jajga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Jajga is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Jajga is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jajga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jajga 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jajga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jajga 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jajga
Where is Jajga located?
Jajga village is located in Mainpat Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jajga?
Jajga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jajga?
The pincode of Jajga is 497001.
What is the population of Jajga?
Jajga has a total population of 2,961, including 1,539 males and 1,422 females.
How many households are there in Jajga?
There are 626 households in Jajga.
What is the literacy rate in Jajga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jajga is 43.40%. Male literacy is 50.88% and female literacy is 35.30%.