Jiganiya
Jiganiya is a village located in Samri tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kusmi (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Jigania is the gram panchayat of Jiganiya village.
Here you can discover what makes Jiganiya unique in its vibrant Samri-Surguja region. You’ll see Jiganiya’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 Jiganiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jiganiya is 432362. The village spans a total geographical area of 1400.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497224. Kusmi is nearest town to Jiganiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Jiganiya
Population of Jiganiya
According to the 2011 Census, Jiganiya has a total population of about 1,668, with approximately 863 males and 805 females. The sex ratio is around 932 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 99 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,375. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.57%, with male literacy at about 51.56% and female literacy near 32.92%. There are around 364 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jiganiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,668 | 863 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 148 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,375 | 719 | 656 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 445 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 958 | 418 | 540 |
Connectivity of Jiganiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jiganiya. As per the 2011 stats, Jiganiya 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jiganiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Jiganiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jiganiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jiganiya
- Where is Jiganiya located?
- Jiganiya village is situated in Samri Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jiganiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jiganiya is Jigania (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jiganiya?
- The pincode of Jiganiya is 497224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jiganiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jiganiya is 1,668, with 863 males and 805 females.
- How many households are there in Jiganiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jiganiya village has a total of 364 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jiganiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jiganiya is 42.57%. The male literacy rate is 51.56%, while the female literacy rate is 32.92%.