Jigana

Jigana is a village located in Chakia tehsil of Chandauli district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chakia (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Chandauli. As per 2009 stats, Jigana village is also a gram panchayat.

Jigana has its own place in the vibrant Chandauli 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 Jigana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jigana is 208148. The village spans a total geographical area of 159.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 232118. Chakia is nearest town to Jigana village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jigana

Below is a concise population overview of Jigana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,572 844 728
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 312 170 142
Scheduled Castes (SC) 432 237 195
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 846 534 312
Illiterate Population 726 310 416

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jigana village:

  • The total population of Jigana village is around 1,572, including approximately 844 males and 728 females, with a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 312 children aged 0–6 years in Jigana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jigana village has 432 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jigana village is about 53.82%, with male literacy at 63.27% and female literacy at 42.86%.
  • There are around 263 households in Jigana village.

Connectivity of Jigana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jigana. As per the 2011 stats, Jigana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jigana

Knowing the nearby villages of Jigana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jigana.

Khetipur Karmed Karmedi Rampur Turuk Purwa Kusdehara Pasthua Kawal Purwa Mafi Daria Khalasha Daria Maphi Batauwa Bhur Kurha

Frequently Asked Questions about Jigana

Where is Jigana located?
Jigana village is situated in Chakia Tehsil, within the Chandauli district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jigana?
Jigana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jigana?
The pincode of Jigana is 232118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jigana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jigana is 1,572, with 844 males and 728 females.
How many households are there in Jigana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jigana village has a total of 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jigana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jigana is 53.82%. The male literacy rate is 63.27%, while the female literacy rate is 42.86%.