Jargo
Jargo is a village located in Jhalda I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.4km away from sub-district headquarter Jhalda (tehsildar office) and 53.7km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Ilu Jargo is the gram panchayat of Jargo village.
Jargo has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jargo
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jargo is 331296. The village spans a total geographical area of 502.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723212. Jhalda is nearest town to Jargo village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Jargo
Population of Jargo
Below is a concise population overview of Jargo as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,083 | 2,074 | 2,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 495 | 242 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 168 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 73 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 2,481 | 1,500 | 981 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,602 | 574 | 1,028 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jargo village:
- The total population of Jargo village is around 4,083, including approximately 2,074 males and 2,009 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 495 children aged 0–6 years in Jargo village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jargo village has 361 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 158 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jargo village is about 60.76%, with male literacy at 72.32% and female literacy at 48.83%.
- There are around 897 households in Jargo village.
Connectivity of Jargo
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jargo. As per the 2011 stats, Jargo had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jargo
Knowing the nearby villages of Jargo helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jargo.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jargo
- Where is Jargo located?
- Jargo village is situated in Jhalda I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jargo?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jargo is Ilu Jargo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jargo?
- The pincode of Jargo is 723212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jargo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jargo is 4,083, with 2,074 males and 2,009 females.
- How many households are there in Jargo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jargo village has a total of 897 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jargo as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jargo is 60.76%. The male literacy rate is 72.32%, while the female literacy rate is 48.83%.