Jhajhwa Village Overview
Jhajhwa is a village in Sidhwalia tehsil of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It lies about 6 km from Sidhwalia tehsil headquarters and around 32 km from Gopalganj district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Supauly is the Gram Panchayat for Jhajhwa village.
The sections below provide essential information about Jhajhwa 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 Jhajhwa is 231148. The village covers a geographical area of 263.19 hectares. Barauli is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Location Map of Jhajhwa
Population & Demographics of Jhajhwa
This section provides population and demographic details of Jhajhwa village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,944 | 1,497 | 1,447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 598 | 303 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 914 | 481 | 433 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 64 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 1,311 | 773 | 538 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,633 | 724 | 909 |
Key population details of Jhajhwa village are given below:
- Jhajhwa village is a well-populated village with a total population of around 2,944, including approximately 1,497 males and 1,447 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
- Children aged 0–6 years form a notable share of the village population.
- 914 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 132 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Jhajhwa village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 44.53%.
- There are around 504 households in Jhajhwa village.
Transport & Connectivity of Jhajhwa
Transport facilities help residents of Jhajhwa 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 Jhajhwa
The following villages are located close to Jhajhwa 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 Jhajhwa
- Where is Jhajhwa located?
- Jhajhwa village is located in Sidhwalia Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhajhwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhajhwa is Supauly (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the population of Jhajhwa?
- Jhajhwa has a total population of 2,944, including 1,497 males and 1,447 females.
- How many households are there in Jhajhwa?
- There are 504 households in Jhajhwa.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhajhwa?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhajhwa is 44.53%. Male literacy is 51.64% and female literacy is 37.18%.