Jaikan Village - Adityapur(Gamharia), Saraikela Kharsawan
Jaikan is a village situated in the Adityapur(Gamharia) subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Gamharia and around 40 km from Saraikela-kharswana. Jaykan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaikan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaikan is 379282. The village covers a total geographical area of 246 hectares and falls under the 832402 pincode.
Jaikan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraikella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaikan
As per Census 2011, Jaikan village has a total population of 1,092 people, consisting of 544 males and 548 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 717 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaikan are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,092 | 544 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 75 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 717 | 411 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 133 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Jaikan
Jaikan 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 Jaikan
Jaikan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Saraikela-kharswana to Jaikan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaikan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaikan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jaikan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaikan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaikan
Where is Jaikan located?
Jaikan village is located in Adityapur(Gamharia) Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaikan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaikan is Jaykan.
What is the pincode of Jaikan?
The pincode of Jaikan is 832402.
What is the population of Jaikan?
Jaikan has a total population of 1,092, including 544 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Jaikan?
There are 244 households in Jaikan.
What is the literacy rate in Jaikan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaikan is 65.66%. Male literacy is 75.55% and female literacy is 55.84%.