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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Garigan village had a total population of 315 people, including 152 males and 163 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,072 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.37%, with male literacy at 78.63% and female literacy at 47.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 303.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 152 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 315, including 152 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Garigan?
Garigan had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garigan was 62.37%. Male literacy was 78.63% and female literacy was 47.97%.