Jiri Village Overview
Jiri is a village in Atri tehsil of Gaya district, Bihar. It lies about 20 km from Atri tehsil headquarters and around 20 km from Gaya district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Jiri village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Jiri village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jiri is 255183. The village covers a geographical area of 440 hectares. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Location Map of Jiri
Population & Demographics of Jiri
This section provides population and demographic details of Jiri village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,603 | 1,339 | 1,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 487 | 257 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 458 | 217 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 995 | 688 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,608 | 651 | 957 |
Key population details of Jiri village are given below:
- Jiri village is a well-populated village with a total population of around 2,603, including approximately 1,339 males and 1,264 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 458 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Jiri village is low, with a literacy rate of about 38.23%.
- There are around 385 households in Jiri village.
Transport & Connectivity of Jiri
Transport facilities help residents of Jiri village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jiri
The following villages are located close to Jiri and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jiri
- Where is Jiri located?
- Jiri village is located in Atri Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jiri?
- Jiri is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the population of Jiri?
- Jiri has a total population of 2,603, including 1,339 males and 1,264 females.
- How many households are there in Jiri?
- There are 385 households in Jiri.
- What is the literacy rate in Jiri?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jiri is 38.23%. Male literacy is 51.38% and female literacy is 24.29%.