Jogapur - Sherghati, Gaya
Jogapur is a village situated in the Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sherghati and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Chetab Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jogapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jogapur is 256319. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 824211 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Jogapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jogapur
According to the 2011 Census, Jogapur village had a total population of 1,460 people, including 787 males and 673 females, living in 288 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.10%, with male literacy at 67.99% and female literacy at 55.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 777.
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 | 1,460 | 787 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 156 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 777 | 413 | 364 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 726 | 429 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 734 | 358 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Jogapur
Jogapur 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 Jogapur
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Jogapur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Jogapur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Jogapur
Where is Jogapur located?
Jogapur village is located in Sherghati Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jogapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jogapur is Chetab Kalan.
What is the pincode of Jogapur?
The pincode of Jogapur is 824211.
What is the population of Jogapur?
Jogapur had a total population of 1,460, including 787 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Jogapur?
Jogapur had 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jogapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jogapur was 62.10%. Male literacy was 67.99% and female literacy was 55.20%.