Jirona
Jirona is a village located in Himayatnagar tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Himayatnagar (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Jirona village is also a gram panchayat.
Jirona has its own place in the vibrant Nanded 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 Jirona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jirona is 544409. The village spans a total geographical area of 581.61 hectares. Hadgoan is nearest town to Jirona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jirona 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 Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jirona
Population of Jirona
Below is a concise population overview of Jirona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 679 | 353 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 203 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 295 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 58 | 86 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jirona village:
- The total population of Jirona village is around 679, including approximately 353 males and 326 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Jirona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jirona village has 84 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 397 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jirona village is about 78.79%, with male literacy at 83.57% and female literacy at 73.62%.
- There are around 81 households in Jirona village.
Connectivity of Jirona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jirona. As per the 2011 stats, Jirona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jirona
Knowing the nearby villages of Jirona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jirona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jirona
- Where is Jirona located?
- Jirona village is situated in Himayatnagar Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jirona?
- Jirona serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Jirona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jirona is 679, with 353 males and 326 females.
- How many households are there in Jirona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jirona village has a total of 81 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jirona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jirona is 78.79%. The male literacy rate is 83.57%, while the female literacy rate is 73.62%.