Jiar

Jiar is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Chapakhor is the gram panchayat of Jiar village.

Jiar 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 Jiar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jiar is 224922. The village spans a total geographical area of 130 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Jiar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.

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Population of Jiar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 953 496 457
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 128 68 60
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 2 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 596 322 274
Illiterate Population 357 174 183

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

  • The total population of Jiar village is around 953, including approximately 496 males and 457 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 128 children aged 0–6 years in Jiar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jiar village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jiar village is about 62.54%, with male literacy at 64.92% and female literacy at 59.96%.
  • There are around 231 households in Jiar village.

Connectivity of Jiar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Jiar

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

Mathurapur Harnar Nichitpur Bariol Chorkhora Bazidpur Damdolia Jagannathpur Jahirpur Rajigachh Chapakhor

Frequently Asked Questions about Jiar

Where is Jiar located?
Jiar village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jiar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jiar is Chapakhor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jiar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jiar is 953, with 496 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Jiar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jiar village has a total of 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jiar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jiar is 62.54%. The male literacy rate is 64.92%, while the female literacy rate is 59.96%.