Jeegoon - Maharajganj, Rae Bareli
Jeegoon is a village situated in the Maharajganj tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maharajganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Jeegoon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jeegoon is 143820. The village covers a total geographical area of 473.59 hectares and falls under the 229301 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jeegoon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jeegoon
As per Census 2011, Jeegoon village has a total population of 2,560 people, consisting of 1,330 males and 1,230 females. The village has 575 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 409 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,600 literate and 960 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,892 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jeegoon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,560 | 1,330 | 1,230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 205 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,892 | 986 | 906 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,600 | 972 | 628 |
| Illiterate Population | 960 | 358 | 602 |
Nearby Villages of Jeegoon
Jeegoon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gujarpur | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Bhairampur | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Tilenda | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Haswan | East | 2.06 km |
| Devpuri | West | 2.38 km |
| Padira Khurd | East | 2.76 km |
| Ganeshpur Urf Tadipur | West | 3.15 km |
| Kalan Garhi | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Padira Kalan | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Ashan Jagatpur | East | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jeegoon
Jeegoon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bachhrawan, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rae Bareli to Jeegoon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rae Bareli to Jeegoon is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jeegoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jeegoon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jeegoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jeegoon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jeegoon
Where is Jeegoon located?
Jeegoon village is located in Maharajganj Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jeegoon?
Jeegoon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jeegoon?
The pincode of Jeegoon is 229301.
What is the population of Jeegoon?
Jeegoon has a total population of 2,560, including 1,330 males and 1,230 females.
How many households are there in Jeegoon?
There are 575 households in Jeegoon.
What is the literacy rate in Jeegoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jeegoon is 62.50%. Male literacy is 73.08% and female literacy is 51.06%.