Jigna

Jigna is a village located in Itarhi subdivision of Buxar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Itarhi (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Buxar. As per 2009 stats, Basao Kala is the gram panchayat of Jigna village.

Jigna has its own place in the vibrant Buxar 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 Jigna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jigna is 248800. The village spans a total geographical area of 227.4 hectares. Buxar is nearest town to Jigna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

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Population of Jigna

Below is a concise population overview of Jigna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,341 1,250 1,091
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 442 238 204
Scheduled Castes (SC) 537 292 245
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 65 38 27
Literate Population 1,226 759 467
Illiterate Population 1,115 491 624

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jigna village:

  • The total population of Jigna village is around 2,341, including approximately 1,250 males and 1,091 females, with a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 442 children aged 0–6 years in Jigna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jigna village has 537 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 65 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jigna village is about 52.37%, with male literacy at 60.72% and female literacy at 42.80%.
  • There are around 303 households in Jigna village.

Connectivity of Jigna

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jigna. As per the 2011 stats, Jigna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jigna

Knowing the nearby villages of Jigna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jigna.

Baladewa Bhatbahuwara Lodhas Makhdumpur Paharpur Basao Bara Dih Girdharpur Goppur Hansraj Dih Nirbhaipur

Frequently Asked Questions about Jigna

Where is Jigna located?
Jigna village is situated in Itarhi Subdivision, within the Buxar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jigna?
The Gram Panchayat of Jigna is Basao Kala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jigna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jigna is 2,341, with 1,250 males and 1,091 females.
How many households are there in Jigna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jigna village has a total of 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jigna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jigna is 52.37%. The male literacy rate is 60.72%, while the female literacy rate is 42.80%.