Jigna

Jigna is a village located in Mainatanr subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Mainatanr (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Rampur is the gram panchayat of Jigna village.

Jigna has its own place in the vibrant Pashchim Champaran 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 216500. The village spans a total geographical area of 153 hectares. Narkatiyaganj is nearest town to Jigna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km 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 1,401 718 683
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 278 132 146
Scheduled Castes (SC) 216 113 103
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 690 346 344
Literate Population 638 398 240
Illiterate Population 763 320 443

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

  • The total population of Jigna village is around 1,401, including approximately 718 males and 683 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 278 children aged 0–6 years in Jigna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jigna village has 216 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 690 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jigna village is about 45.54%, with male literacy at 55.43% and female literacy at 35.14%.
  • There are around 290 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 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.

Chakarsen Gamharia Hardia Pararia Pachgachhia Pachrauta Rampur Chauhatta Dhokraha Bakulahia Barwadih

Frequently Asked Questions about Jigna

Where is Jigna located?
Jigna village is situated in Mainatanr Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jigna?
The Gram Panchayat of Jigna is Rampur (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 1,401, with 718 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Jigna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jigna village has a total of 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jigna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jigna is 45.54%. The male literacy rate is 55.43%, while the female literacy rate is 35.14%.