Jharaha - Goh, Aurangabad
Jharaha is a village situated in the Goh subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Bazar Barma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharaha is 252980. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 824203 pincode. Daud Nagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jharaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jharaha
According to the 2011 Census, Jharaha village had a total population of 712 people, including 369 males and 343 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.21%, with male literacy at 85.10% and female literacy at 70.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 215, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 712 | 369 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 67 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 111 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 257 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 112 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Jharaha
Jharaha 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 Jharaha
Jharaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daud Nagar to Jharaha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Jharaha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jharaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jharaha
Where is Jharaha located?
Jharaha village is located in Goh Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharaha is Bazar Barma.
What is the pincode of Jharaha?
The pincode of Jharaha is 824203.
What is the population of Jharaha?
Jharaha had a total population of 712, including 369 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Jharaha?
Jharaha had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jharaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharaha was 78.21%. Male literacy was 85.10% and female literacy was 70.41%.