Narigan - Dasarathpur, Jajpur
Narigan is a village situated in the Dasarathpur tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Mangalpur and around 26 km from Jajapur . Biripata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narigan is 402159. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 755011 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Narigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Binjharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narigan
According to the 2011 Census, Narigan village had a total population of 1,096 people, including 585 males and 511 females, living in 269 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.71%, with male literacy at 86.32% and female literacy at 78.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 602.
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 | 1,096 | 585 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 66 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 602 | 328 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 813 | 448 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 137 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Narigan
Narigan 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 Narigan
Narigan 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 Jajapur to Narigan 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 Narigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narigan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narigan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narigan
Where is Narigan located?
Narigan village is located in Dasarathpur Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Narigan is Biripata.
What is the pincode of Narigan?
The pincode of Narigan is 755011.
What is the population of Narigan?
Narigan had a total population of 1,096, including 585 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Narigan?
Narigan had 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narigan was 82.71%. Male literacy was 86.32% and female literacy was 78.66%.