Jijgaon - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Jijgaon is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 232 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Palli serves as the Village Panchayat for Jijgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jijgaon is 539782. The village covers a total geographical area of 1150.8 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 232 km away.
Jijgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jijgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jijgaon village had a total population of 585 people, including 263 males and 322 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,224 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.54%, with male literacy at 34.91% and female literacy at 32.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 558.
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 | 585 | 263 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 558 | 249 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 74 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 189 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Jijgaon
Jijgaon 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 Jijgaon
Jijgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Jijgaon is about 232 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jijgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jijgaon 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 Jijgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jijgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jijgaon
Where is Jijgaon located?
Jijgaon village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Jijgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Jijgaon is Palli.
What is the pincode of Jijgaon?
The pincode of Jijgaon is 442710.
What is the population of Jijgaon?
Jijgaon had a total population of 585, including 263 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Jijgaon?
Jijgaon had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jijgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jijgaon was 33.54%. Male literacy was 34.91% and female literacy was 32.47%.