Garigan - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Garigan is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Tapshia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garigan is 340463. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.02 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Garigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garigan
As per Census 2011, Garigan village has a total population of 315 people, consisting of 152 males and 163 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 303 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garigan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 152 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 303 | 143 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 103 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 49 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Garigan
Garigan 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 Garigan
Garigan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Jhargram to Garigan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garigan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garigan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garigan
Where is Garigan located?
Garigan village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Garigan is Tapshia.
What is the pincode of Garigan?
The pincode of Garigan is 721517.
What is the population of Garigan?
Garigan has a total population of 315, including 152 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Garigan?
There are 71 households in Garigan.
What is the literacy rate in Garigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garigan is 55.24%. Male literacy is 67.76% and female literacy is 43.56%.