Jhajha

Jhajha is a village located in Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dhuraiya (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Pair is the gram panchayat of Jhajha village.

Jhajha has its own place in the vibrant Banka 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 Jhajha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhajha is 241144. The village spans a total geographical area of 140 hectares. Banka is nearest town to Jhajha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Jhajha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 300 150 150
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 64 27 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 34 16 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 185 88 97
Literate Population 149 97 52
Illiterate Population 151 53 98

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

  • The total population of Jhajha village is around 300, including approximately 150 males and 150 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Jhajha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhajha village has 34 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 185 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jhajha village is about 49.67%, with male literacy at 64.67% and female literacy at 34.67%.
  • There are around 59 households in Jhajha village.

Connectivity of Jhajha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhajha. As per the 2011 stats, Jhajha 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhajha

Knowing the nearby villages of Jhajha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhajha.

Chalna Ahiro Pair Lahoria Rajaur Pasahana Motanga Birnia Sarba Gadiaun Rangaon

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhajha

Where is Jhajha located?
Jhajha village is situated in Dhuraiya Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhajha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhajha is Pair (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jhajha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhajha is 300, with 150 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Jhajha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhajha village has a total of 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhajha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhajha is 49.67%. The male literacy rate is 64.67%, while the female literacy rate is 34.67%.