Jigna
Jigna is a village located in Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Utraula (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Balrampur. As per 2009 stats, Jigna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jigna unique in its vibrant Utraula-Balrampur region. You’ll see Jigna’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 Jigna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jigna is 173809. The village spans a total geographical area of 148.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 271607. Balrampur is nearest town to Jigna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Jigna
Population of Jigna
According to the 2011 Census, Jigna has a total population of about 1,210, with approximately 640 males and 570 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 193 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 97 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.93%, with male literacy at about 46.09% and female literacy near 28.77%. There are around 174 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jigna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,210 | 640 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 98 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 459 | 295 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 751 | 345 | 406 |
Connectivity of Jigna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jigna. As per the 2011 stats, Jigna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jigna
Knowing the nearby villages of Jigna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jigna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jigna
- Where is Jigna located?
- Jigna village is situated in Utraula Tehsil, within the Balrampur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jigna?
- Jigna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jigna?
- The pincode of Jigna is 271607, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jigna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jigna is 1,210, with 640 males and 570 females.
- How many households are there in Jigna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jigna village has a total of 174 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jigna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jigna is 37.93%. The male literacy rate is 46.09%, while the female literacy rate is 28.77%.