Jigna

Jigna is a village located in Garkha subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Garkha (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Mirpur Juara is the gram panchayat of Jigna village.

Jigna has its own place in the vibrant Saran 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 234325. The village spans a total geographical area of 140.83 hectares. Chapra is nearest town to Jigna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km 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 1,029 516 513
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 229 117 112
Scheduled Castes (SC) 415 207 208
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 427 274 153
Illiterate Population 602 242 360

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

  • The total population of Jigna village is around 1,029, including approximately 516 males and 513 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 229 children aged 0–6 years in Jigna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jigna village has 415 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jigna village is about 41.50%, with male literacy at 53.10% and female literacy at 29.82%.
  • There are around 134 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.

Sarwadih Mobarakpur Pirauna Barbakpur Pach Patra Majlispur Aloni Sargatti Madhopur Kamalpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Jigna

Where is Jigna located?
Jigna village is situated in Garkha Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jigna?
The Gram Panchayat of Jigna is Mirpur Juara (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 1,029, with 516 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Jigna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jigna village has a total of 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jigna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jigna is 41.50%. The male literacy rate is 53.10%, while the female literacy rate is 29.82%.