Iragaon
Iragaon is a village located in Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanupratappur (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Iragaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Iragaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Iragaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Iragaon is 447583. The village spans a total geographical area of 1024.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495552. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Iragaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Iragaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Iragaon
Population of Iragaon
Below is a concise population overview of Iragaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 873 | 415 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 822 | 389 | 433 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 269 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 146 | 260 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Iragaon village:
- The total population of Iragaon village is around 873, including approximately 415 males and 458 females, with a sex ratio of 1103 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 112 children aged 0–6 years in Iragaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Iragaon village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 822 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Iragaon village is about 53.49%, with male literacy at 64.82% and female literacy at 43.23%.
- There are around 156 households in Iragaon village.
Connectivity of Iragaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Iragaon. As per the 2011 stats, Iragaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Iragaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Iragaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Iragaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Iragaon
- Where is Iragaon located?
- Iragaon village is situated in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Iragaon?
- Iragaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Iragaon?
- The pincode of Iragaon is 495552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Iragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Iragaon is 873, with 415 males and 458 females.
- How many households are there in Iragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Iragaon village has a total of 156 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Iragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Iragaon is 53.49%. The male literacy rate is 64.82%, while the female literacy rate is 43.23%.