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.

Jiragan has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Jiragan

Below is a concise population overview of Jiragan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jiragan village:

  • The total population of Jiragan village is around 242, including approximately 107 males and 135 females, with a sex ratio of 1261 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Jiragan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jiragan village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 212 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jiragan village is about 30.99%, with male literacy at 41.12% and female literacy at 22.96%.
  • There are around 54 households in Jiragan village.

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%.