Jogia - Shambhuganj, Banka
Jogia is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Bharatshila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jogia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jogia is 240500. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Jogia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Jogia
According to the 2011 Census, Jogia village had a total population of 797 people, including 402 males and 395 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.03%, with male literacy at 65.44% and female literacy at 41.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 797 | 402 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 49 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 231 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 171 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Jogia
Jogia 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 Jogia
Jogia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Jogia is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jogia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jogia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jogia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jogia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jogia
Where is Jogia located?
Jogia village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jogia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jogia is Bharatshila.
What is the pincode of Jogia?
The pincode of Jogia is 813211.
What is the population of Jogia?
Jogia had a total population of 797, including 402 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Jogia?
Jogia had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jogia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jogia was 54.03%. Male literacy was 65.44% and female literacy was 41.82%.