Jiganahawa
Jiganahawa is a village located in Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 64km away from sub-district headquarter Dudhi (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Sonbhadra. As per 2009 stats, Jiganahawa village is also a gram panchayat.
Jiganahawa has its own place in the vibrant Sonbhadra 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 Jiganahawa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jiganahawa is 214324. The village spans a total geographical area of 671.1 hectares. Sonbhadra is nearest town to Jiganahawa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 135km away.
Google Map of Jiganahawa
Population of Jiganahawa
Below is a concise population overview of Jiganahawa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,693 | 865 | 828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 175 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,265 | 646 | 619 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 418 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,033 | 447 | 586 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jiganahawa village:
- The total population of Jiganahawa village is around 1,693, including approximately 865 males and 828 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 335 children aged 0–6 years in Jiganahawa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jiganahawa village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,265 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jiganahawa village is about 38.98%, with male literacy at 48.32% and female literacy at 29.23%.
- There are around 300 households in Jiganahawa village.
Connectivity of Jiganahawa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jiganahawa. As per the 2011 stats, Jiganahawa 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jiganahawa
Knowing the nearby villages of Jiganahawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jiganahawa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jiganahawa
- Where is Jiganahawa located?
- Jiganahawa village is situated in Dudhi Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jiganahawa?
- Jiganahawa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Jiganahawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jiganahawa is 1,693, with 865 males and 828 females.
- How many households are there in Jiganahawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jiganahawa village has a total of 300 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jiganahawa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jiganahawa is 38.98%. The male literacy rate is 48.32%, while the female literacy rate is 29.23%.