Jeeragam
Jeeragam is a village located in Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 72km away from sub-district headquarter Kotpad (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Murthahandi is the gram panchayat of Jeeragam village.
Here you can discover what makes Jeeragam unique in its vibrant Kotpad-Koraput region. You’ll see Jeeragam’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 Jeeragam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jeeragam is 428177. The village spans a total geographical area of 253 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764058. Sunabeda is nearest town to Jeeragam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Jeeragam
Population of Jeeragam
According to the 2011 Census, Jeeragam has a total population of about 405, with approximately 207 males and 198 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 42 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 361. The overall literacy rate is approximately 20.99%, with male literacy at about 22.22% and female literacy near 19.70%. There are around 85 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jeeragam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 405 | 207 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 361 | 185 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 161 | 159 |
Connectivity of Jeeragam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jeeragam. As per the 2011 stats, Jeeragam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jeeragam
Knowing the nearby villages of Jeeragam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jeeragam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jeeragam
- Where is Jeeragam located?
- Jeeragam village is situated in Kotpad Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jeeragam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jeeragam is Murthahandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jeeragam?
- The pincode of Jeeragam is 764058, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jeeragam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jeeragam is 405, with 207 males and 198 females.
- How many households are there in Jeeragam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jeeragam village has a total of 85 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jeeragam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jeeragam is 20.99%. The male literacy rate is 22.22%, while the female literacy rate is 19.70%.