Jigina - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Jigina is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Pachouree serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jigina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jigina is 186676. The village falls under the 273404 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jigina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Jigina
Jigina is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Majhnwa Khas | South-West | 0.47 km |
| Jalalabad | North | 0.57 km |
| Pachowree | West | 0.90 km |
| Bhaluwa | East | 1.04 km |
| Bhalui | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Bela Bhar | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Gangtahi | North | 1.44 km |
| Dhobowlee | East | 1.46 km |
| Madariya | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Bhedarahe | South-West | 1.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jigina
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jigina. The nearest railway station is Maghar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Jigina is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Jigina is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jigina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jigina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jigina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jigina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jigina
Where is Jigina located?
Jigina village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jigina?
The Gram Panchayat of Jigina is Pachouree.
What is the pincode of Jigina?
The pincode of Jigina is 273404.