Jigidipali - Mathili, Malkangiri
Jigidipali is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Kiango serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jigidipali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jigidipali is 430364. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Jigidipali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jigidipali
As per Census 2011, Jigidipali village has a total population of 218 people, consisting of 110 males and 108 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 83 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jigidipali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 218 | 110 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 49 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 61 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Jigidipali
Jigidipali 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 Jigidipali
Jigidipali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Jigidipali is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Jigidipali is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jigidipali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jigidipali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jigidipali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jigidipali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jigidipali
Where is Jigidipali located?
Jigidipali village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jigidipali?
The Gram Panchayat of Jigidipali is Kiango.
What is the pincode of Jigidipali?
The pincode of Jigidipali is 764044.
What is the population of Jigidipali?
Jigidipali has a total population of 218, including 110 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Jigidipali?
There are 40 households in Jigidipali.
What is the literacy rate in Jigidipali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jigidipali is 38.07%. Male literacy is 44.55% and female literacy is 31.48%.