Jharigam - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Jharigam is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from Jharigan and around 80 km from Nabarangapur . Jharigam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharigam is 427513. The village covers a total geographical area of 611 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jharigam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jharigam
As per Census 2011, Jharigam village has a total population of 8,463 people, consisting of 4,228 males and 4,235 females. The village has 1,990 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,570 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,920 literate and 5,543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 662 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,513 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharigam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,463 | 4,228 | 4,235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,570 | 771 | 799 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 662 | 329 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,513 | 2,227 | 2,286 |
| Literate Population | 2,920 | 1,875 | 1,045 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,543 | 2,353 | 3,190 |
Nearby Villages of Jharigam
Jharigam 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 Jharigam
Jharigam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Jharigam is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Jharigam is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharigam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharigam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jharigam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharigam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jharigam
Where is Jharigam located?
Jharigam village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharigam?
Jharigam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jharigam?
The pincode of Jharigam is 764076.
What is the population of Jharigam?
Jharigam has a total population of 8,463, including 4,228 males and 4,235 females.
How many households are there in Jharigam?
There are 1,990 households in Jharigam.
What is the literacy rate in Jharigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharigam is 34.50%. Male literacy is 44.35% and female literacy is 24.68%.