Jihwa
Jihwa is a village located in Maharajganj tehsil of Rae Bareli district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Maharajganj (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Rae Bareli. As per 2009 stats, Jihwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jihwa unique in its vibrant Maharajganj-Rae Bareli region. You’ll see Jihwa’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 Jihwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jihwa is 143961. The village spans a total geographical area of 363.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 229306. Rae Bareli is nearest town to Jihwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Jihwa
Population of Jihwa
According to the 2011 Census, Jihwa has a total population of about 2,491, with approximately 1,288 males and 1,203 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 391 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,173 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 45.89%, with male literacy at about 55.75% and female literacy near 35.33%. There are around 483 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jihwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,491 | 1,288 | 1,203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 189 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,173 | 611 | 562 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,143 | 718 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,348 | 570 | 778 |
Connectivity of Jihwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jihwa. As per the 2011 stats, Jihwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jihwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Jihwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jihwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jihwa
- Where is Jihwa located?
- Jihwa village is situated in Maharajganj Tehsil, within the Rae Bareli district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jihwa?
- Jihwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jihwa?
- The pincode of Jihwa is 229306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jihwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jihwa is 2,491, with 1,288 males and 1,203 females.
- How many households are there in Jihwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jihwa village has a total of 483 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jihwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jihwa is 45.89%. The male literacy rate is 55.75%, while the female literacy rate is 35.33%.