Garigan
About Garigan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Garigan village is 340463. Garigan village is located in Gopiballavpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Gopiballavpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Garigan village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Tapshia is the gram panchayat of Garigan village.
The total geographical area of village is 43.02 hectares. Garigan has a total population of 315 peoples, out of which male population is 152 while female population is 163. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1072 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of garigan village is 55.24% out of which 67.76% males and 43.56% females are literate. There are about 71 houses in garigan village. Pincode of garigan village locality is 721517.
When it comes to administration, Garigan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Garigan village comes under Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency. Jhargram is nearest town to garigan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Garigan
The population details of Garigan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 152 | 163 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 303 | 143 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 103 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 49 | 92 |
Connectivity of Garigan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Garigan
Where is Garigan located?
Garigan village is situated in Gopiballavpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Garigan is Tapshia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Garigan?
The pincode of Garigan is 721517, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Garigan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garigan is 315, with 152 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Garigan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garigan village has a total of 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garigan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garigan is 55.24%. The male literacy rate is 67.76%, while the female literacy rate is 43.56%.