Jigana - Chand, Kaimur (Bhabua)
Jigana is a village situated in the Chand subdivision of Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chand and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Bhabua. Goin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jigana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jigana is 249647. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 821106 pincode. Bhabua is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Jigana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jigana
As per Census 2011, Jigana village has a total population of 1,291 people, consisting of 636 males and 655 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 844 literate and 447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jigana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,291 | 636 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 87 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 192 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 844 | 480 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 156 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Jigana
Jigana 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 Jigana
Jigana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhabua to Jigana is about 29 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 Jigana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jigana 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 Jigana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jigana 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 Jigana
Where is Jigana located?
Jigana village is located in Chand Subdivision, Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jigana?
The Gram Panchayat of Jigana is Goin.
What is the pincode of Jigana?
The pincode of Jigana is 821106.
What is the population of Jigana?
Jigana has a total population of 1,291, including 636 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Jigana?
There are 174 households in Jigana.
What is the literacy rate in Jigana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jigana is 65.38%. Male literacy is 75.47% and female literacy is 55.57%.