Jiragan
Jiragan is a village located in Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Lanjigarh (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Pandapadar is the gram panchayat of Jiragan village.
Here you can discover what makes Jiragan unique in its vibrant Lanjigarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Jiragan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jiragan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jiragan is 423118. The village spans a total geographical area of 203 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766027. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Jiragan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
Google Map of Jiragan
Population of Jiragan
According to the 2011 Census, Jiragan has a total population of about 242, with approximately 107 males and 135 females. The sex ratio is around 1261 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 54 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 19 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 212. The overall literacy rate is approximately 30.99%, with male literacy at about 41.12% and female literacy near 22.96%. There are around 54 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jiragan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 107 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 21 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 5 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 97 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 44 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 63 | 104 |
Connectivity of Jiragan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jiragan. As per the 2011 stats, Jiragan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jiragan
Knowing the nearby villages of Jiragan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jiragan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jiragan
- Where is Jiragan located?
- Jiragan village is situated in Lanjigarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jiragan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jiragan is Pandapadar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jiragan?
- The pincode of Jiragan is 766027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jiragan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jiragan is 242, with 107 males and 135 females.
- How many households are there in Jiragan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jiragan village has a total of 54 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jiragan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jiragan is 30.99%. The male literacy rate is 41.12%, while the female literacy rate is 22.96%.