Jigana
Jigana is a village located in Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Robertsganj (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Sonbhadra. As per 2009 stats, Jigana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jigana unique in its vibrant Robertsganj-Sonbhadra region. You’ll see Jigana’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 Jigana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jigana is 213430. The village spans a total geographical area of 66.95 hectares. R.ganj is nearest town to Jigana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Jigana
Population of Jigana
According to the 2011 Census, Jigana has a total population of about 717, with approximately 394 males and 323 females. The sex ratio is around 819 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 135 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 213 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 23. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.70%, with male literacy at about 63.20% and female literacy near 42.11%. There are around 154 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jigana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 717 | 394 | 323 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 79 | 56 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 124 | 89 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
Literate Population | 385 | 249 | 136 |
Illiterate Population | 332 | 145 | 187 |
Connectivity of Jigana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jigana. As per the 2011 stats, Jigana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jigana
Knowing the nearby villages of Jigana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jigana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jigana
- Where is Jigana located?
- Jigana village is situated in Robertsganj Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jigana?
- Jigana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Jigana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jigana is 717, with 394 males and 323 females.
- How many households are there in Jigana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jigana village has a total of 154 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jigana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jigana is 53.70%. The male literacy rate is 63.20%, while the female literacy rate is 42.11%.