Jathar
Jathar is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Shivanandpur is the gram panchayat of Jathar village.
Here you can discover what makes Jathar unique in its vibrant Barsoi-Katihar region. You’ll see Jathar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jathar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jathar is 224946. The village spans a total geographical area of 133.4 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Jathar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
Google Map of Jathar
Population of Jathar
According to the 2011 Census, Jathar has a total population of about 3,067, with approximately 1,548 males and 1,519 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 635 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.75%, with male literacy at about 37.73% and female literacy near 29.69%. There are around 634 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jathar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,067 | 1,548 | 1,519 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 635 | 308 | 327 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,035 | 584 | 451 |
Illiterate Population | 2,032 | 964 | 1,068 |
Connectivity of Jathar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jathar. As per the 2011 stats, Jathar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jathar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jathar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jathar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jathar
- Where is Jathar located?
- Jathar village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jathar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jathar is Shivanandpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Jathar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jathar is 3,067, with 1,548 males and 1,519 females.
- How many households are there in Jathar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jathar village has a total of 634 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jathar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jathar is 33.75%. The male literacy rate is 37.73%, while the female literacy rate is 29.69%.