Jhari - Amas, Gaya
Jhari is a village situated in the Amas subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amas and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Jhari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhari is 255812. The village covers a total geographical area of 304 hectares and falls under the 824219 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhari
As per Census 2011, Jhari village has a total population of 3,138 people, consisting of 1,629 males and 1,509 females. The village has 521 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 566 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,444 literate and 1,694 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,138 | 1,629 | 1,509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 566 | 312 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,214 | 633 | 581 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,444 | 888 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,694 | 741 | 953 |
Nearby Villages of Jhari
Jhari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahera Khurd | South-West | 0.78 km |
| Barkabahera | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Chhotka Bahera | North | 1.69 km |
| Semarhat | North | 1.74 km |
| Khaira | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Madanpur | North | 2.06 km |
| Khaira Pokhar | West | 2.27 km |
| Reganian | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Bair Bigha | North | 2.39 km |
| Simri | North | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhari
Jhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rafiganj, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 128.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Jhari is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Jhari is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhari
Where is Jhari located?
Jhari village is located in Amas Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhari?
Jhari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhari?
The pincode of Jhari is 824219.
What is the population of Jhari?
Jhari has a total population of 3,138, including 1,629 males and 1,509 females.
How many households are there in Jhari?
There are 521 households in Jhari.
What is the literacy rate in Jhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhari is 46.02%. Male literacy is 54.51% and female literacy is 36.85%.