Jaigad
About Jaigad
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jaigad village is 565474. Jaigad village is located in Ratnagiri tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 61km away from sub-district headquarter Ratnagiri (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Jaigad village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 374 hectares. Jaigad has a total population of 2,336 peoples, out of which male population is 1,168 while female population is 1,168. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jaigad village is 84.33% out of which 87.67% males and 80.99% females are literate. There are about 503 houses in jaigad village. Pincode of jaigad village locality is 415614.
When it comes to administration, Jaigad village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jaigad village comes under Ratnagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Ratnagiri is nearest town to jaigad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 61km away.
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Population of Jaigad
The population details of Jaigad cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,336 | 1,168 | 1,168 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 217 | 112 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,970 | 1,024 | 946 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 144 | 222 |
Connectivity of Jaigad
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jaigad
Where is Jaigad located?
Jaigad village is situated in Ratnagiri Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaigad?
Jaigad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jaigad?
The pincode of Jaigad is 415614, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jaigad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jaigad is 2,336, with 1,168 males and 1,168 females.
How many households are there in Jaigad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jaigad village has a total of 503 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaigad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jaigad is 84.33%. The male literacy rate is 87.67%, while the female literacy rate is 80.99%.