Barigan - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Barigan is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 59 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Gudugudia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barigan is 388617. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Barigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barigan
As per Census 2011, Barigan village has a total population of 218 people, consisting of 106 males and 112 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 41 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barigan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 218 | 106 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 85 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 28 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 78 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Barigan
Barigan 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 Barigan
Public transport in the Barigan is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Karanjia to Barigan is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Barigan is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barigan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barigan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barigan
Where is Barigan located?
Barigan village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barigan is Gudugudia.
What is the pincode of Barigan?
The pincode of Barigan is 757034.
What is the population of Barigan?
Barigan has a total population of 218, including 106 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Barigan?
There are 47 households in Barigan.
What is the literacy rate in Barigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barigan is 18.81%. Male literacy is 26.42% and female literacy is 11.61%.