Jignera - Jalalabad, Shahjahanpur
Jignera is a village situated in the Jalalabad tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalalabad and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Jignera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jignera is 134833. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.52 hectares and falls under the 242221 pincode.
Jignera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalalabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jignera
As per Census 2011, Jignera village has a total population of 1,526 people, consisting of 806 males and 720 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 284 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 734 literate and 792 illiterate residents. Additionally, 401 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jignera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,526 | 806 | 720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 151 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 401 | 215 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 734 | 457 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 792 | 349 | 443 |
Nearby Villages of Jignera
Jignera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thaka T. Ujera | South-West | 0.98 km |
| Ujera | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Mundiya Aas | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Purena | East | 1.71 km |
| Bhata Devar | West | 1.79 km |
| Bamrouli | North | 2.21 km |
| Malhupur | West | 2.47 km |
| Chanoura Bahadurpur | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Baru Aari | West | 2.93 km |
| Gularia | South | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jignera
Jignera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Banthra, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Jignera is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jignera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jignera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jignera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jignera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jignera
Where is Jignera located?
Jignera village is located in Jalalabad Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jignera?
Jignera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jignera?
The pincode of Jignera is 242221.
What is the population of Jignera?
Jignera has a total population of 1,526, including 806 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Jignera?
There are 262 households in Jignera.
What is the literacy rate in Jignera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jignera is 48.10%. Male literacy is 56.70% and female literacy is 38.47%.