Ihagutu - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Ihagutu is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Bandgaon and around 78 km from Chaibasa. Bandgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ihagutu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ihagutu is 377095. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Ihagutu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ihagutu
According to the 2011 Census, Ihagutu village had a total population of 201 people, including 99 males and 102 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.00%, with male literacy at 39.19% and female literacy at 17.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 201.
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 | 201 | 99 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 99 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 29 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 70 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Ihagutu
Ihagutu 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 Ihagutu
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ihagutu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Ihagutu is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ihagutu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ihagutu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ihagutu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ihagutu 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ihagutu
Where is Ihagutu located?
Ihagutu village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ihagutu?
The Gram Panchayat of Ihagutu is Bandgaon.
What is the pincode of Ihagutu?
The pincode of Ihagutu is 833201.
What is the population of Ihagutu?
Ihagutu had a total population of 201, including 99 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Ihagutu?
Ihagutu had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ihagutu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ihagutu was 28.00%. Male literacy was 39.19% and female literacy was 17.11%.