Jhanjhara
Jhanjhara is a village located in Bankatwa subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Bankatwa (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Jhanjhara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jhanjhara unique in its vibrant Bankatwa-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Jhanjhara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jhanjhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhanjhara is 217755. The village spans a total geographical area of 462.6 hectares. Dhaka is nearest town to Jhanjhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Jhanjhara
Population of Jhanjhara
According to the 2011 Census, Jhanjhara has a total population of about 6,837, with approximately 3,625 males and 3,212 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,357 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 386 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.59%, with male literacy at about 54.62% and female literacy near 35.40%. There are around 1,255 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhanjhara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 6,837 | 3,625 | 3,212 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,357 | 702 | 655 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 193 | 193 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Literate Population | 3,117 | 1,980 | 1,137 |
Illiterate Population | 3,720 | 1,645 | 2,075 |
Connectivity of Jhanjhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhanjhara. As per the 2011 stats, Jhanjhara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhanjhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhanjhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhanjhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhanjhara
- Where is Jhanjhara located?
- Jhanjhara village is situated in Bankatwa Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhanjhara?
- Jhanjhara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Jhanjhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhanjhara is 6,837, with 3,625 males and 3,212 females.
- How many households are there in Jhanjhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhanjhara village has a total of 1,255 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhanjhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhanjhara is 45.59%. The male literacy rate is 54.62%, while the female literacy rate is 35.40%.