Jarkha

Jarkha is a village located in Paliganj subdivision of Patna district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Paliganj (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Patna. As per 2009 stats, Jarakha is the gram panchayat of Jarkha village.

Jarkha has its own place in the vibrant Patna 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 Jarkha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jarkha is 245791. The village spans a total geographical area of 834.85 hectares. Jehanabad is nearest town to Jarkha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Jarkha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8,875 4,665 4,210
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,568 868 700
Scheduled Castes (SC) 846 432 414
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 4,563 2,812 1,751
Illiterate Population 4,312 1,853 2,459

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

  • The total population of Jarkha village is around 8,875, including approximately 4,665 males and 4,210 females, with a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,568 children aged 0–6 years in Jarkha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jarkha village has 846 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jarkha village is about 51.41%, with male literacy at 60.28% and female literacy at 41.59%.
  • There are around 1,521 households in Jarkha village.

Connectivity of Jarkha

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

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

Nearby Villages of Jarkha

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

Nirakhpur Siddhipur Raghunathpur Yusuf Alipur Chak Patauna Chiksi Bela Kharanti Kutbi Karauti Kharanti Khurd Dhokahra

Frequently Asked Questions about Jarkha

Where is Jarkha located?
Jarkha village is situated in Paliganj Subdivision, within the Patna district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarkha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarkha is Jarakha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jarkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jarkha is 8,875, with 4,665 males and 4,210 females.
How many households are there in Jarkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jarkha village has a total of 1,521 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarkha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jarkha is 51.41%. The male literacy rate is 60.28%, while the female literacy rate is 41.59%.