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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Jijgaon village has a total population of 585 people, consisting of 263 males and 322 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 1,224 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 423 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 558 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jijgaon are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Jijgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jijgaon is Palli.
What is the pincode of Jijgaon?
The pincode of Jijgaon is 442710.
What is the population of Jijgaon?
Jijgaon has a total population of 585, including 263 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Jijgaon?
There are 138 households in Jijgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jijgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jijgaon is 27.69%. Male literacy is 28.14% and female literacy is 27.33%.