Jiya
Jiya is a village located in Bemetara tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bemetara (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Jiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jiya unique in its vibrant Bemetara-Durg region. You’ll see Jiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jiya is 442039. The village spans a total geographical area of 777.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491335. Bemetara is nearest town to Jiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jiya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bemetara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Durg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jiya
Population of Jiya
According to the 2011 Census, Jiya has a total population of about 1,811, with approximately 903 males and 908 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 282 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 150 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.64%, with male literacy at about 69.99% and female literacy near 47.36%. There are around 335 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,811 | 903 | 908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 138 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 64 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,062 | 632 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 749 | 271 | 478 |
Connectivity of Jiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jiya. As per the 2011 stats, Jiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Jiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jiya
- Where is Jiya located?
- Jiya village is situated in Bemetara Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jiya?
- Jiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jiya?
- The pincode of Jiya is 491335, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jiya is 1,811, with 903 males and 908 females.
- How many households are there in Jiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jiya village has a total of 335 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jiya is 58.64%. The male literacy rate is 69.99%, while the female literacy rate is 47.36%.