Jaigan - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Jaigan is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Thailo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaigan is 398306. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 754108 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jaigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaigan
According to the 2011 Census, Jaigan village had a total population of 210 people, including 106 males and 104 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.24%, with male literacy at 97.92% and female literacy at 84.69%.
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 | 210 | 106 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 94 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 12 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Jaigan
Jaigan 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 Jaigan
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Jaigan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Jaigan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaigan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jaigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaigan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaigan
Where is Jaigan located?
Jaigan village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jaigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaigan is Thailo.
What is the pincode of Jaigan?
The pincode of Jaigan is 754108.
What is the population of Jaigan?
Jaigan had a total population of 210, including 106 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Jaigan?
Jaigan had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaigan was 91.24%. Male literacy was 97.92% and female literacy was 84.69%.