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.
Jeeragam has its own place in the vibrant Koraput 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 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.
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Population of Jeeragam
Below is a concise population overview of Jeeragam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jeeragam village:
- The total population of Jeeragam village is around 405, including approximately 207 males and 198 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Jeeragam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jeeragam village has 42 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 361 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jeeragam village is about 20.99%, with male literacy at 22.22% and female literacy at 19.70%.
- There are around 85 households in Jeeragam village.
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%.