Jagrad - Egarkund, Dhanbad
Jagrad is a village situated in the Egarkund subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 43 km from Dhanbad and around 43 km from Dhanbad. Jograt serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagrad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagrad is 362173. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.44 hectares and falls under the 828204 pincode. Chirkunda is the nearest town.
Jagrad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nirsa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jagrad
As per Census 2011, Jagrad village has a total population of 2,009 people, consisting of 1,075 males and 934 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,196 literate and 813 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagrad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,009 | 1,075 | 934 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 144 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 284 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,196 | 755 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 320 | 493 |
Nearby Villages of Jagrad
Jagrad 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 Jagrad
Jagrad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jagrad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dhanbad to Jagrad is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagrad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagrad 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 Jagrad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagrad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jagrad
Where is Jagrad located?
Jagrad village is located in Egarkund Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagrad?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagrad is Jograt.
What is the pincode of Jagrad?
The pincode of Jagrad is 828204.
What is the population of Jagrad?
Jagrad has a total population of 2,009, including 1,075 males and 934 females.
How many households are there in Jagrad?
There are 364 households in Jagrad.
What is the literacy rate in Jagrad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagrad is 59.53%. Male literacy is 70.23% and female literacy is 47.22%.