Jarhanda

Jarhanda is a village located in Azamnagar subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Azamnagar (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Mallikpur is the gram panchayat of Jarhanda village.

Jarhanda has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Jarhanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jarhanda is 225135. The village spans a total geographical area of 207.9 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Jarhanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.

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Population of Jarhanda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,148 601 547
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 234 113 121
Scheduled Castes (SC) 140 71 69
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 388 244 144
Illiterate Population 760 357 403

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

  • The total population of Jarhanda village is around 1,148, including approximately 601 males and 547 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 234 children aged 0–6 years in Jarhanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jarhanda village has 140 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jarhanda village is about 33.80%, with male literacy at 40.60% and female literacy at 26.33%.
  • There are around 229 households in Jarhanda village.

Connectivity of Jarhanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jarhanda. As per the 2011 stats, Jarhanda 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jarhanda

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

Purla Arazi Shamsherpur Parla Fatehpur Malikpur Ratania Khurd Ratania Khurd Khas Barimatpur Santola Baghaura Phulbari

Frequently Asked Questions about Jarhanda

Where is Jarhanda located?
Jarhanda village is situated in Azamnagar Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarhanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarhanda is Mallikpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jarhanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jarhanda is 1,148, with 601 males and 547 females.
How many households are there in Jarhanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jarhanda village has a total of 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarhanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jarhanda is 33.80%. The male literacy rate is 40.60%, while the female literacy rate is 26.33%.