Jhala

Jhala is a village located in Terhagachh subdivision of Kishanganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Terhagachh (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Kishanganj. As per 2009 stats, Jhala village is also a gram panchayat.

Jhala has its own place in the vibrant Kishanganj 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 Jhala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhala is 222261. The village spans a total geographical area of 266 hectares. Bahadurganj is nearest town to Jhala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.

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Population of Jhala

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,885 1,957 1,928
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 844 404 440
Scheduled Castes (SC) 39 18 21
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,402 909 493
Illiterate Population 2,483 1,048 1,435

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

  • The total population of Jhala village is around 3,885, including approximately 1,957 males and 1,928 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 844 children aged 0–6 years in Jhala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhala village has 39 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhala village is about 36.09%, with male literacy at 46.45% and female literacy at 25.57%.
  • There are around 728 households in Jhala village.

Connectivity of Jhala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhala. As per the 2011 stats, Jhala 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhala

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

Pokharia Asha Rampur Dhabaili Chargharia Balua Jagir Gamharia Hawakol Khurd Khajuribari Kuari

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhala

Where is Jhala located?
Jhala village is situated in Terhagachh Subdivision, within the Kishanganj district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhala?
Jhala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Jhala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhala is 3,885, with 1,957 males and 1,928 females.
How many households are there in Jhala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhala village has a total of 728 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhala is 36.09%. The male literacy rate is 46.45%, while the female literacy rate is 25.57%.