Jigani Village Overview
Jigani is a village in Kasya tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It lies about 9 km from Kasya tehsil headquarters and around 12 km from Kushinagar district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Jigana is the Gram Panchayat for Jigani village.
The sections below provide essential information about Jigani village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jigani is 189176. The village covers a geographical area of 89.97 hectares. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Location Map of Jigani
Population & Demographics of Jigani
This section provides population and demographic details of Jigani village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 291 | 149 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 98 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 132 | 83 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 66 | 93 |
Key population details of Jigani village are given below:
- Jigani village is a small village with a total population of around 291, including approximately 149 males and 142 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 195 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Jigani village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 45.36%.
- There are around 55 households in Jigani village.
Transport & Connectivity of Jigani
Transport facilities help residents of Jigani village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jigani
The following villages are located close to Jigani and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jigani
- Where is Jigani located?
- Jigani village is located in Kasya Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jigani?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jigani is Jigana (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the population of Jigani?
- Jigani has a total population of 291, including 149 males and 142 females.
- How many households are there in Jigani?
- There are 55 households in Jigani.
- What is the literacy rate in Jigani?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jigani is 45.36%. Male literacy is 55.70% and female literacy is 34.51%.