Jokihat - Jokihat, Araria
Jokihat is a village situated in the Jokihat subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jokihat and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Patharabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jokihat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jokihat is 222144. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 854329 pincode. Araria is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jokihat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jokihat
According to the 2011 Census, Jokihat village had a total population of 1,589 people, including 807 males and 782 females, living in 307 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.21%, with male literacy at 84.02% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,589 | 807 | 782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 150 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 986 | 552 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 255 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Jokihat
Jokihat is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jokihat
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Araria to Jokihat is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Jokihat
Where is Jokihat located?
Jokihat village is located in Jokihat Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jokihat?
The Gram Panchayat of Jokihat is Patharabari.
What is the pincode of Jokihat?
The pincode of Jokihat is 854329.
What is the population of Jokihat?
Jokihat had a total population of 1,589, including 807 males and 782 females.
How many households are there in Jokihat?
Jokihat had 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jokihat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jokihat was 77.21%. Male literacy was 84.02% and female literacy was 70.00%.