Jiar

Jiar is a village located in Asthawan subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Asthawan (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Jiar village is also a gram panchayat.

Jiar has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 244557. The village spans a total geographical area of 556 hectares. Biharsharif is nearest town to Jiar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km 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 5,130 2,515 2,615
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,061 546 515
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,793 905 888
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,413 1,417 996
Illiterate Population 2,717 1,098 1,619

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

  • The total population of Jiar village is around 5,130, including approximately 2,515 males and 2,615 females, with a sex ratio of 1039 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,061 children aged 0–6 years in Jiar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jiar village has 1,793 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jiar village is about 47.04%, with male literacy at 56.34% and female literacy at 38.09%.
  • There are around 908 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 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.

Jana Dhobi Bigha Jagarnathpur Piprapur Kulti Pasaurha Kathari Mandachh Khurd Dumrawan Pachauri Lakhranwan

Frequently Asked Questions about Jiar

Where is Jiar located?
Jiar village is situated in Asthawan Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jiar?
Jiar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Jiar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jiar is 5,130, with 2,515 males and 2,615 females.
How many households are there in Jiar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jiar village has a total of 908 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jiar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jiar is 47.04%. The male literacy rate is 56.34%, while the female literacy rate is 38.09%.