Jigana
Jigana is a village located in Kasya tehsil of Kushinagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Kasya (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Kushinagar. As per 2009 stats, Jigana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jigana unique in its vibrant Kasya-Kushinagar region. You’ll see Jigana’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 Jigana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jigana is 189177. The village spans a total geographical area of 456.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 274402. Kushinagar is nearest town to Jigana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Jigana
Population of Jigana
According to the 2011 Census, Jigana has a total population of about 1,659, with approximately 811 males and 848 females. The sex ratio is around 1045 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 229 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 115 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 39. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.36%, with male literacy at about 65.97% and female literacy near 47.17%. There are around 234 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jigana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,659 | 811 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 130 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 935 | 535 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 724 | 276 | 448 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jigana
- Where is Jigana located?
- Jigana village is situated in Kasya Tehsil, within the Kushinagar 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 274402, 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 1,659, with 811 males and 848 females.
- How many households are there in Jigana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jigana village has a total of 234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jigana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jigana is 56.36%. The male literacy rate is 65.97%, while the female literacy rate is 47.17%.