Etigan - Raghunathapur, Jagatsinghapur
Etigan is a village situated in the Raghunathapur tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Jagatsinghapur and around 5 km from Jagatsinghapur . Redhua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Etigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Etigan is 397901. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 754114 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Etigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirtol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Etigan
Etigan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusinga | North-West | 0.64 km |
| Karimula | West | 0.88 km |
| Jira | North | 1.15 km |
| Dhoti | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Taradapada | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Makundapur | West | 1.78 km |
| Radhanga | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Sanpur | East | 2.10 km |
| Palasudha | West | 2.34 km |
| Palasola | North-West | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Etigan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Etigan. The nearest railway station is Banbihari Gwalipur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Etigan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Etigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Etigan 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 Etigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Etigan 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 Etigan
Where is Etigan located?
Etigan village is located in Raghunathapur Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Etigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Etigan is Redhua.
What is the pincode of Etigan?
The pincode of Etigan is 754114.