Jagu - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Jagu is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sirla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagu is 416933. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 116 km away.
Jagu 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 Jagu
As per Census 2011, Jagu village has a total population of 176 people, consisting of 86 males and 90 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 57 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 86 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 39 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 47 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Jagu
Jagu 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 Jagu
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jagu.
| 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 Phulabani to Jagu is about 116 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Jagu is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jagu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jagu
Where is Jagu located?
Jagu village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagu?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagu is Sirla.
What is the pincode of Jagu?
The pincode of Jagu is 762109.
What is the population of Jagu?
Jagu has a total population of 176, including 86 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Jagu?
There are 38 households in Jagu.
What is the literacy rate in Jagu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagu is 32.39%. Male literacy is 45.35% and female literacy is 20.00%.