Jirania - Jirania, West Tripura
Jirania is a village situated in the Jirania subdivision of West Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jirania and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Agartala.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jirania is 272006. The village covers a total geographical area of 715 hectares and falls under the 799045 pincode. Ranir Bazar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jirania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandaibazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jirania
As per Census 2011, Jirania village has a total population of 8,261 people, consisting of 4,203 males and 4,058 females. The village has 1,835 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 928 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,082 literate and 2,179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6,542 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jirania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,261 | 4,203 | 4,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 928 | 482 | 446 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 79 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,542 | 3,285 | 3,257 |
| Literate Population | 6,082 | 3,261 | 2,821 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,179 | 942 | 1,237 |
Nearby Villages of Jirania
Jirania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bankimnagar | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Radhapur | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Joynagar | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Paschim Barjulai | North | 4.32 km |
| Purba Barjulai | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Radhamohanpur | South-West | 4.88 km |
| Purba Debandranagar | East | 5.28 km |
| Janmejoynagar | South | 5.54 km |
| Champaknagar | East | 5.69 km |
| Majlishpur | North-West | 5.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jirania
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jirania. The nearest railway station is Jirania, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.0 km.
| 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 Ranir Bazar to Jirania is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agartala to Jirania is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jirania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jirania 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jirania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jirania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jirania
Where is Jirania located?
Jirania village is located in Jirania Subdivision, West Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the pincode of Jirania?
The pincode of Jirania is 799045.
What is the population of Jirania?
Jirania has a total population of 8,261, including 4,203 males and 4,058 females.
How many households are there in Jirania?
There are 1,835 households in Jirania.
What is the literacy rate in Jirania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jirania is 73.62%. Male literacy is 77.59% and female literacy is 69.52%.