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.
Here you can discover what makes Jiganahawa unique in its vibrant Dudhi-Sonbhadra region. You’ll see Jiganahawa’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Jiganahawa has a total population of about 1,693, with approximately 865 males and 828 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 335 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,265. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.98%, with male literacy at about 48.32% and female literacy near 29.23%. There are around 300 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jiganahawa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.