Joakhar

Joakhar is a village located in Shahkund subdivision of Bhagalpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkund (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Bhagalpur. As per 2009 stats, Har Nath is the gram panchayat of Joakhar village.

Joakhar has its own place in the vibrant Bhagalpur 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 Joakhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Joakhar is 239835. The village spans a total geographical area of 50 hectares. Bhagalpur is nearest town to Joakhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Joakhar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,526 791 735
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 244 142 102
Scheduled Castes (SC) 231 120 111
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 735 409 326
Illiterate Population 791 382 409

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

  • The total population of Joakhar village is around 1,526, including approximately 791 males and 735 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 244 children aged 0–6 years in Joakhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Joakhar village has 231 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Joakhar village is about 48.17%, with male literacy at 51.71% and female literacy at 44.35%.
  • There are around 281 households in Joakhar village.

Connectivity of Joakhar

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

Nearby Villages of Joakhar

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

Nizamkita Dumra Bariarpur Dakhili Gambhirpur Galgala Paharpur Anandpur Barah Bighi Anandpur Berai Karanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Joakhar

Where is Joakhar located?
Joakhar village is situated in Shahkund Subdivision, within the Bhagalpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joakhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Joakhar is Har Nath (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Joakhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Joakhar is 1,526, with 791 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Joakhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Joakhar village has a total of 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joakhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Joakhar is 48.17%. The male literacy rate is 51.71%, while the female literacy rate is 44.35%.