Jigin
Jigin is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.4km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Bairgachhi Ii is the gram panchayat of Jigin village.
Jigin has its own place in the vibrant Maldah 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 Jigin
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jigin is 312509. The village spans a total geographical area of 120.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732124. Old Malda is nearest town to Jigin village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Jigin
Below is a concise population overview of Jigin 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 | 1,720 | 890 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 119 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 956 | 503 | 453 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 77 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 917 | 490 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 803 | 400 | 403 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jigin village:
- The total population of Jigin village is around 1,720, including approximately 890 males and 830 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 200 children aged 0–6 years in Jigin village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jigin village has 956 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 155 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jigin village is about 53.31%, with male literacy at 55.06% and female literacy at 51.45%.
- There are around 371 households in Jigin village.
Connectivity of Jigin
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jigin. As per the 2011 stats, Jigin 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jigin
Knowing the nearby villages of Jigin helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jigin.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jigin
- Where is Jigin located?
- Jigin village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jigin?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jigin is Bairgachhi Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jigin?
- The pincode of Jigin is 732124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jigin as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jigin is 1,720, with 890 males and 830 females.
- How many households are there in Jigin as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jigin village has a total of 371 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jigin as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jigin is 53.31%. The male literacy rate is 55.06%, while the female literacy rate is 51.45%.