Jugirjhar - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Jugirjhar is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jugirjhar is 273237. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Jugirjhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tikrikila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jugirjhar
According to the 2011 Census, Jugirjhar village had a total population of 816 people, including 410 males and 406 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.17%, with male literacy at 59.41% and female literacy at 46.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 398.
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 | 816 | 410 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 70 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 398 | 197 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 202 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 208 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Jugirjhar
Jugirjhar 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 Jugirjhar
Jugirjhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Tura to Jugirjhar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jugirjhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jugirjhar 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 Jugirjhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jugirjhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jugirjhar
Where is Jugirjhar located?
Jugirjhar village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Jugirjhar?
The pincode of Jugirjhar is 794109.
What is the population of Jugirjhar?
Jugirjhar had a total population of 816, including 410 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Jugirjhar?
Jugirjhar had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jugirjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jugirjhar was 53.17%. Male literacy was 59.41% and female literacy was 46.90%.