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.

Jigana 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 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.

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Population of Jigana

Below is a concise population overview of Jigana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jigana village:

  • The total population of Jigana village is around 717, including approximately 394 males and 323 females, with a sex ratio of 819 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 135 children aged 0–6 years in Jigana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jigana village has 213 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 23 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jigana village is about 53.70%, with male literacy at 63.20% and female literacy at 42.11%.
  • There are around 154 households in Jigana village.

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)
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.

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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%.