Jigni - Kalakote, Rajouri
Jigni is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalakote and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Jigni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jigni is 001488. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.6 hectares and falls under the 185202 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Jigni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jigni
As per Census 2011, Jigni village has a total population of 515 people, consisting of 267 males and 248 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 290 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 474 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jigni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 515 | 267 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 50 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 474 | 244 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 166 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 101 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Jigni
Jigni 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 Jigni
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jigni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Rajouri to Jigni is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jigni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jigni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jigni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jigni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jigni
Where is Jigni located?
Jigni village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jigni?
Jigni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jigni?
The pincode of Jigni is 185202.
What is the population of Jigni?
Jigni has a total population of 515, including 267 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Jigni?
There are 139 households in Jigni.
What is the literacy rate in Jigni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jigni is 56.31%. Male literacy is 62.17% and female literacy is 50.00%.