Iragaon - Bhanupratappur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Iragaon is a village situated in the Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanupratappur and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Iragaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Iragaon is 447583. The village covers a total geographical area of 1024.32 hectares and falls under the 494635 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Iragaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Iragaon
As per Census 2011, Iragaon village has a total population of 873 people, consisting of 415 males and 458 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 467 literate and 406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 822 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Iragaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Iragaon
Iragaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tumdisur | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Dabkatta | South | 2.75 km |
| Mardel | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Salhe | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Petechuwa | North-West | 4.32 km |
| Tekadodha | West | 4.80 km |
| Jalinkasa | South | 4.87 km |
| Chichgaon | South | 5.65 km |
| Pichechkatta | South-West | 5.94 km |
| Pusawad | North-West | 5.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Iragaon
Iragaon 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 Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bhanupratappur to Iragaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Iragaon is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Iragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Iragaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Iragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Iragaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Iragaon
Where is Iragaon located?
Iragaon village is located in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Iragaon?
Iragaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Iragaon?
The pincode of Iragaon is 494635.
What is the population of Iragaon?
Iragaon has a total population of 873, including 415 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Iragaon?
There are 156 households in Iragaon.
What is the literacy rate in Iragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Iragaon is 53.49%. Male literacy is 64.82% and female literacy is 43.23%.