Jirona
Jirona is a village located in Umri tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Peth Umri (tehsildar office) and 52km 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 544914. The village spans a total geographical area of 400 hectares. Peth Umri is nearest town to Jirona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km 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 Naigaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nanded 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 | 722 | 363 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 53 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 105 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 375 | 190 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 256 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 107 | 170 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jirona village:
- The total population of Jirona village is around 722, including approximately 363 males and 359 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 87 children aged 0–6 years in Jirona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jirona village has 209 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 375 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jirona village is about 61.63%, with male literacy at 70.52% and female literacy at 52.65%.
- There are around 141 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Umri 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 722, with 363 males and 359 females.
- How many households are there in Jirona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jirona village has a total of 141 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jirona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jirona is 61.63%. The male literacy rate is 70.52%, while the female literacy rate is 52.65%.