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.

Jigna has its own place in the vibrant Mirzapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Jigna

Below is a concise population overview of Jigna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jigna village:

  • The total population of Jigna village is around 1,438, including approximately 773 males and 665 females, with a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 328 children aged 0–6 years in Jigna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jigna village has 214 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jigna village is about 43.81%, with male literacy at 51.49% and female literacy at 34.89%.
  • There are around 247 households in Jigna village.

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.

Kauria Kalan Mahua Bari Dohri Hanumanpur Husenpur Dhuria Dakahi Madarpur Madapur Anandipur Kanchanpur

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%.