Jaigahan
Jaigahan is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Jaigaha is the gram panchayat of Jaigahan village.
Here you can discover what makes Jaigahan unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Jaigahan’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 Jaigahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jaigahan is 200313. The village spans a total geographical area of 33.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 222139. Khetasaray is nearest town to Jaigahan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
As per 2019 stats, Jaigahan village comes under Jaunpur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Jaigahan
Population of Jaigahan
According to the 2011 Census, Jaigahan has a total population of about 1,368, with approximately 662 males and 706 females. The sex ratio is around 1066 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 239 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 223 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 64.84%, with male literacy at about 68.58% and female literacy near 61.33%. There are around 193 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jaigahan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,368 | 662 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 125 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 94 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 887 | 454 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 208 | 273 |
Connectivity of Jaigahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jaigahan. As per the 2011 stats, Jaigahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jaigahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Jaigahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jaigahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jaigahan
- Where is Jaigahan located?
- Jaigahan village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jaigahan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jaigahan is Jaigaha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jaigahan?
- The pincode of Jaigahan is 222139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jaigahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jaigahan is 1,368, with 662 males and 706 females.
- How many households are there in Jaigahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jaigahan village has a total of 193 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jaigahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jaigahan is 64.84%. The male literacy rate is 68.58%, while the female literacy rate is 61.33%.