Jhapani - Surajgarha, Lakhisarai
Jhapani is a village situated in the Surajgarha subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surajgarha and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Khawa Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhapani is 243438. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 811106 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jhapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhapani
According to the 2011 Census, Jhapani village had a total population of 705 people, including 402 males and 303 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 754 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.49%, with male literacy at 70.22% and female literacy at 54.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 372.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 705 | 402 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 83 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 204 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 224 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 178 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Jhapani
Jhapani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jhapani
Jhapani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhisarai to Jhapani is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jhapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhapani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jhapani
Where is Jhapani located?
Jhapani village is located in Surajgarha Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhapani is Khawa Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Jhapani?
The pincode of Jhapani is 811106.
What is the population of Jhapani?
Jhapani had a total population of 705, including 402 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Jhapani?
Jhapani had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhapani was 63.49%. Male literacy was 70.22% and female literacy was 54.84%.