Jharaha - Gurua, Gaya
Jharaha is a village situated in the Gurua subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurua and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Chilor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharaha is 255656. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 804405 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jharaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jharaha
As per Census 2011, Jharaha village has a total population of 32 people, consisting of 14 males and 18 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 1,285 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20 literate and 12 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Jharaha
Jharaha 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 Jharaha
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jharaha.
| 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 Jharaha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Jharaha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jharaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jharaha
Where is Jharaha located?
Jharaha village is located in Gurua Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharaha is Chilor.
What is the pincode of Jharaha?
The pincode of Jharaha is 804405.
What is the population of Jharaha?
Jharaha has a total population of 32, including 14 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Jharaha?
There are 6 households in Jharaha.
What is the literacy rate in Jharaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharaha is 62.50%. Male literacy is 64.29% and female literacy is 61.11%.