Jharanigan - Muniguda, Rayagada
Jharanigan is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from Ambadala and around 102 km from Rayagada . Raghubari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharanigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharanigan is 424598. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 765021 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jharanigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jharanigan
As per Census 2011, Jharanigan village has a total population of 269 people, consisting of 125 males and 144 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,152 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharanigan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 269 | 125 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 38 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 114 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Jharanigan
Jharanigan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bedapadar | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Haripur | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Durupanga | East | 1.11 km |
| Raghubari | North | 1.23 km |
| Jorigam | West | 1.64 km |
| Sikarapadar | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Badelpadar | North | 1.83 km |
| Dhusubali | East | 1.86 km |
| Purunapani | South | 1.88 km |
| Sapagaru | West | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jharanigan
Jharanigan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ambodala, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Jharanigan is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jharanigan is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharanigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharanigan 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jharanigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharanigan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jharanigan
Where is Jharanigan located?
Jharanigan village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharanigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharanigan is Raghubari.
What is the pincode of Jharanigan?
The pincode of Jharanigan is 765021.
What is the population of Jharanigan?
Jharanigan has a total population of 269, including 125 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Jharanigan?
There are 66 households in Jharanigan.
What is the literacy rate in Jharanigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharanigan is 5.20%. Male literacy is 8.80% and female literacy is 2.08%.