Jargi - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Jargi is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jargi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jargi is 416584. The village covers a total geographical area of 301 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Jargi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jargi
As per Census 2011, Jargi village has a total population of 396 people, consisting of 194 males and 202 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 148 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 359 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jargi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 194 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 32 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 175 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 107 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 87 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Jargi
Jargi 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 Jargi
Public transport in the Jargi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Jargi is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Jargi is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jargi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jargi 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 Jargi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jargi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jargi
Where is Jargi located?
Jargi village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jargi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jargi is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Jargi?
The pincode of Jargi is 762110.
What is the population of Jargi?
Jargi has a total population of 396, including 194 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Jargi?
There are 103 households in Jargi.
What is the literacy rate in Jargi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jargi is 37.37%. Male literacy is 55.15% and female literacy is 20.30%.