Jigna - Handia, Prayagraj
Jigna is a village situated in the Handia tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Handia and around 65 km from Allahabad. Hirraman Patti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jigna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jigna is 162813. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.35 hectares and falls under the 221502 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Jigna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Handia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadohi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Jigna
Jigna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hariram Patti | West | 0.60 km |
| Gaila | South-West | 0.94 km |
| Shripur | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Sarai | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Dhowaha | East | 1.30 km |
| Mamarkha | North | 1.76 km |
| Jaraon | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Sadarepur | West | 2.02 km |
| Prabhopur | East | 2.26 km |
| Bhui | South | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jigna
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jigna. The nearest railway station is Bhiti, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Allahabad to Jigna is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Allahabad to Jigna is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jigna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jigna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jigna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jigna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jigna
Where is Jigna located?
Jigna village is located in Handia Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jigna?
The Gram Panchayat of Jigna is Hirraman Patti.
What is the pincode of Jigna?
The pincode of Jigna is 221502.