Jotha
Jotha is a village located in Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Dhuraiya (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Kharoundha Jhotha is the gram panchayat of Jotha village.
Here you can discover what makes Jotha unique in its vibrant Dhuraiya-Banka region. You’ll see Jotha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jotha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jotha is 240956. The village spans a total geographical area of 605 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 813109. Banka is nearest town to Jotha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Jotha
Population of Jotha
According to the 2011 Census, Jotha has a total population of about 4,686, with approximately 2,453 males and 2,233 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 846 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 972 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 104. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.52%, with male literacy at about 65.51% and female literacy near 52.93%. There are around 936 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jotha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,686 | 2,453 | 2,233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 846 | 426 | 420 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 972 | 504 | 468 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 2,789 | 1,607 | 1,182 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,897 | 846 | 1,051 |
Connectivity of Jotha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jotha. As per the 2011 stats, Jotha 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jotha
Knowing the nearby villages of Jotha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jotha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jotha
- Where is Jotha located?
- Jotha village is situated in Dhuraiya Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jotha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jotha is Kharoundha Jhotha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jotha?
- The pincode of Jotha is 813109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jotha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jotha is 4,686, with 2,453 males and 2,233 females.
- How many households are there in Jotha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jotha village has a total of 936 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jotha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jotha is 59.52%. The male literacy rate is 65.51%, while the female literacy rate is 52.93%.