Jigaran

Jigaran is a village located in Pattamundai tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Pattamundai (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Khadianta is the gram panchayat of Jigaran village.

Jigaran has its own place in the vibrant Kendrapara 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 Jigaran

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jigaran is 396313. The village spans a total geographical area of 311 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754216. Pattamundai is nearest town to Jigaran village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Jigaran village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Jigaran

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,824 933 891
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 193 94 99
Scheduled Castes (SC) 310 156 154
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,431 773 658
Illiterate Population 393 160 233

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

  • The total population of Jigaran village is around 1,824, including approximately 933 males and 891 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 193 children aged 0–6 years in Jigaran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jigaran village has 310 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jigaran village is about 78.45%, with male literacy at 82.85% and female literacy at 73.85%.
  • There are around 399 households in Jigaran village.

Connectivity of Jigaran

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jigaran. As per the 2011 stats, Jigaran 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 Jigaran

Knowing the nearby villages of Jigaran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jigaran.

Baipada Naladhalia Similia Aradapalli Tigiria Sahupada Mangalpada Nuapada Badajaria Sanajaria Bodhagan

Frequently Asked Questions about Jigaran

Where is Jigaran located?
Jigaran village is situated in Pattamundai Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jigaran?
The Gram Panchayat of Jigaran is Khadianta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jigaran?
The pincode of Jigaran is 754216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jigaran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jigaran is 1,824, with 933 males and 891 females.
How many households are there in Jigaran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jigaran village has a total of 399 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jigaran as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jigaran is 78.45%. The male literacy rate is 82.85%, while the female literacy rate is 73.85%.