Chigauna
Chigauna is a village located in Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sahjanwa (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Govindpur Lonia is the gram panchayat of Chigauna village.
Here you can discover what makes Chigauna unique in its vibrant Sahjanwa-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Chigauna’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 Chigauna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chigauna is 185145. The village spans a total geographical area of 59.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 273209. Gorakhpur is nearest town to Chigauna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Chigauna
Population of Chigauna
According to the 2011 Census, Chigauna has a total population of about 392, with approximately 205 males and 187 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 47 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 56. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.40%, with male literacy at about 86.83% and female literacy near 77.54%. There are around 71 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chigauna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 392 | 205 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 178 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 27 | 42 |
Connectivity of Chigauna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chigauna. As per the 2011 stats, Chigauna 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 Chigauna
Knowing the nearby villages of Chigauna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chigauna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chigauna
- Where is Chigauna located?
- Chigauna village is situated in Sahjanwa Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chigauna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chigauna is Govindpur Lonia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chigauna?
- The pincode of Chigauna is 273209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chigauna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chigauna is 392, with 205 males and 187 females.
- How many households are there in Chigauna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chigauna village has a total of 71 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chigauna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chigauna is 82.40%. The male literacy rate is 86.83%, while the female literacy rate is 77.54%.