Jafra

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

Jafra 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 Jafra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jafra is 244991. The village spans a total geographical area of 210 hectares. Biharsharif is nearest town to Jafra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Jafra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,880 979 901
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 336 177 159
Scheduled Castes (SC) 623 310 313
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 888 549 339
Illiterate Population 992 430 562

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

  • The total population of Jafra village is around 1,880, including approximately 979 males and 901 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 336 children aged 0–6 years in Jafra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jafra village has 623 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jafra village is about 47.23%, with male literacy at 56.08% and female literacy at 37.62%.
  • There are around 350 households in Jafra village.

Connectivity of Jafra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jafra. As per the 2011 stats, Jafra 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 Jafra

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jafra

Where is Jafra located?
Jafra village is situated in Ben Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jafra?
The Gram Panchayat of Jafra is Arawan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jafra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jafra is 1,880, with 979 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Jafra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jafra village has a total of 350 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jafra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jafra is 47.23%. The male literacy rate is 56.08%, while the female literacy rate is 37.62%.