Jekhra

Jekhra is a village located in Islamnagar Aliganj subdivision of Jamui district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Islamnagar Aliganj (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Jamui. As per 2009 stats, Kaiyar is the gram panchayat of Jekhra village.

Jekhra has its own place in the vibrant Jamui region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jekhra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jekhra is 258523. The village spans a total geographical area of 107 hectares. Jamui is nearest town to Jekhra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Jekhra

Below is a concise population overview of Jekhra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 886 463 423
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 147 78 69
Scheduled Castes (SC) 44 22 22
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 527 302 225
Illiterate Population 359 161 198

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jekhra village:

  • The total population of Jekhra village is around 886, including approximately 463 males and 423 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 147 children aged 0–6 years in Jekhra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jekhra village has 44 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jekhra village is about 59.48%, with male literacy at 65.23% and female literacy at 53.19%.
  • There are around 181 households in Jekhra village.

Connectivity of Jekhra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jekhra. As per the 2011 stats, Jekhra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jekhra

Knowing the nearby villages of Jekhra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jekhra.

Chhatiaini Dinnagar Malikpur Maher Kaiar Balda Dhanawan Mohanpur Sagawan Sahora

Frequently Asked Questions about Jekhra

Where is Jekhra located?
Jekhra village is situated in Islamnagar Aliganj Subdivision, within the Jamui district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jekhra?
The Gram Panchayat of Jekhra is Kaiyar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jekhra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jekhra is 886, with 463 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Jekhra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jekhra village has a total of 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jekhra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jekhra is 59.48%. The male literacy rate is 65.23%, while the female literacy rate is 53.19%.