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.

Jathar 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 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.

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Population of Jathar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Jathar village is around 3,067, including approximately 1,548 males and 1,519 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 635 children aged 0–6 years in Jathar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jathar village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jathar village is about 33.75%, with male literacy at 37.73% and female literacy at 29.69%.
  • There are around 634 households in Jathar village.

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)
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.

Sharifnagar Abad Milik Abadpur Baikunthpur Dharampur Baldogachhi Bahrakhar Pokharia Chamrutola Lagwan Belwa

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%.