Jhagarpur - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Jhagarpur is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jhagarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhagarpur is 384215. The village covers a total geographical area of 591 hectares and falls under the 770017 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jhagarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhagarpur
As per Census 2011, Jhagarpur village has a total population of 2,659 people, consisting of 1,299 males and 1,360 females. The village has 564 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,733 literate and 926 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,462 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhagarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,659 | 1,299 | 1,360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 175 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,462 | 1,205 | 1,257 |
| Literate Population | 1,733 | 923 | 810 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 376 | 550 |
Nearby Villages of Jhagarpur
Jhagarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baipur | West | 1.66 km |
| Kesramal | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Ghoghar | East | 2.53 km |
| Raiberna | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Padajampali | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Tilaimal | West | 3.12 km |
| Garvana | West | 3.15 km |
| Laing | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Jampali | West | 4.39 km |
| Dudukabahal | West | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhagarpur
Jhagarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raj Gangpur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Jhagarpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Jhagarpur is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhagarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhagarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jhagarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhagarpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhagarpur
Where is Jhagarpur located?
Jhagarpur village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhagarpur?
Jhagarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhagarpur?
The pincode of Jhagarpur is 770017.
What is the population of Jhagarpur?
Jhagarpur has a total population of 2,659, including 1,299 males and 1,360 females.
How many households are there in Jhagarpur?
There are 564 households in Jhagarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jhagarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhagarpur is 65.17%. Male literacy is 71.05% and female literacy is 59.56%.