Jijigram - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Jijigram is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 88.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Jajigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jijigram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jijigram is 316102. The village covers a total geographical area of 898.63 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Jangipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jijigram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jijigram
As per Census 2011, Jijigram village has a total population of 6,977 people, consisting of 3,572 males and 3,405 females. The village has 1,590 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,038 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,167 literate and 3,810 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,776 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 234 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jijigram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,977 | 3,572 | 3,405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,038 | 531 | 507 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,776 | 1,946 | 1,830 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 119 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 3,167 | 1,755 | 1,412 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,810 | 1,817 | 1,993 |
Nearby Villages of Jijigram
Jijigram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalinagar | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Raturi | East | 2.58 km |
| Kulara | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Kamarkhul | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Hilora | North | 3.16 km |
| Gaganpur | South | 3.19 km |
| Uttar Ramchandrapur | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Bainda | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Narottampur | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Aluani | East | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jijigram
Jijigram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jangipur Road, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jangipur to Jijigram is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Jijigram is about 88.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jijigram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jijigram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jijigram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jijigram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jijigram
Where is Jijigram located?
Jijigram village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jijigram?
The Gram Panchayat of Jijigram is Jajigram.
What is the pincode of Jijigram?
The pincode of Jijigram is 731221.
What is the population of Jijigram?
Jijigram has a total population of 6,977, including 3,572 males and 3,405 females.
How many households are there in Jijigram?
There are 1,590 households in Jijigram.
What is the literacy rate in Jijigram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jijigram is 45.39%. Male literacy is 49.13% and female literacy is 41.47%.