Jairam Nagar - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Jairam Nagar is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from Pakhanjur and around 158 km from Kanker. Panawasr serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jairam Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jairam Nagar is 448378. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.1 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Jairam Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jairam Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Jairam Nagar village had a total population of 760 people, including 405 males and 355 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.40%, with male literacy at 76.44% and female literacy at 57.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 760 | 405 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 74 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 253 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 152 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Jairam Nagar
Jairam Nagar 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 Jairam Nagar
Jairam Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pakhanjur to Jairam Nagar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Jairam Nagar is about 158 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jairam Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jairam Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jairam Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jairam Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jairam Nagar
Where is Jairam Nagar located?
Jairam Nagar village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jairam Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jairam Nagar is Panawasr.
What is the pincode of Jairam Nagar?
The pincode of Jairam Nagar is 494777.
What is the population of Jairam Nagar?
Jairam Nagar had a total population of 760, including 405 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Jairam Nagar?
Jairam Nagar had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jairam Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jairam Nagar was 67.40%. Male literacy was 76.44% and female literacy was 57.57%.