Jigna
Jigna is a village located in Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Chunar (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Mirzapur. As per 2009 stats, Jigana is the gram panchayat of Jigna village.
Here you can discover what makes Jigna unique in its vibrant Chunar-Mirzapur region. You’ll see Jigna’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 Jigna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jigna is 212827. The village spans a total geographical area of 203.07 hectares. Mirzapur is nearest town to Jigna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Jigna
Population of Jigna
According to the 2011 Census, Jigna has a total population of about 1,438, with approximately 773 males and 665 females. The sex ratio is around 860 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 328 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 214 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 43.81%, with male literacy at about 51.49% and female literacy near 34.89%. There are around 247 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jigna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,438 | 773 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 179 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 124 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 630 | 398 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 808 | 375 | 433 |
Connectivity of Jigna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jigna. As per the 2011 stats, Jigna 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Jigna
Knowing the nearby villages of Jigna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jigna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jigna
- Where is Jigna located?
- Jigna village is situated in Chunar Tehsil, within the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jigna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jigna is Jigana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Jigna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jigna is 1,438, with 773 males and 665 females.
- How many households are there in Jigna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jigna village has a total of 247 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jigna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jigna is 43.81%. The male literacy rate is 51.49%, while the female literacy rate is 34.89%.