Irikundal - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Irikundal is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Bodhei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Irikundal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irikundal is 397562. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 754160 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Irikundal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paradeep Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Irikundal
According to the 2011 Census, Irikundal village had a total population of 458 people, including 241 males and 217 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.24%, with male literacy at 97.67% and female literacy at 88.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73.
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 | 458 | 241 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 210 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 31 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Irikundal
Irikundal 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 Irikundal
Irikundal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Irikundal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Irikundal is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irikundal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irikundal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Irikundal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irikundal 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 Irikundal
Where is Irikundal located?
Irikundal village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Irikundal?
The Gram Panchayat of Irikundal is Bodhei.
What is the pincode of Irikundal?
The pincode of Irikundal is 754160.
What is the population of Irikundal?
Irikundal had a total population of 458, including 241 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Irikundal?
Irikundal had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Irikundal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irikundal was 93.24%. Male literacy was 97.67% and female literacy was 88.44%.