Jiranga
Jiranga is a village located in Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Rayagada (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Jeerango is the gram panchayat of Jiranga village.
Jiranga has its own place in the vibrant Gajapati region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jiranga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jiranga is 414776. The village spans a total geographical area of 1165 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761212. Rayagada is nearest town to Jiranga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jiranga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Berhampur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jiranga
Population of Jiranga
Below is a concise population overview of Jiranga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,963 | 972 | 991 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 123 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 65 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 605 | 307 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 611 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 361 | 532 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jiranga village:
- The total population of Jiranga village is around 1,963, including approximately 972 males and 991 females, with a sex ratio of 1019 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 259 children aged 0–6 years in Jiranga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jiranga village has 115 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 605 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jiranga village is about 54.51%, with male literacy at 62.86% and female literacy at 46.32%.
- There are around 466 households in Jiranga village.
Connectivity of Jiranga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jiranga. As per the 2011 stats, Jiranga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Jiranga
Knowing the nearby villages of Jiranga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jiranga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jiranga
- Where is Jiranga located?
- Jiranga village is situated in Rayagada Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jiranga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jiranga is Jeerango (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jiranga?
- The pincode of Jiranga is 761212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jiranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jiranga is 1,963, with 972 males and 991 females.
- How many households are there in Jiranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jiranga village has a total of 466 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jiranga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jiranga is 54.51%. The male literacy rate is 62.86%, while the female literacy rate is 46.32%.