Jharokhar
Jharokhar is a village located in Ghorasahan subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Ghorasahan (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Jharokhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jharokhar unique in its vibrant Ghorasahan-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Jharokhar’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 Jharokhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jharokhar is 217777. The village spans a total geographical area of 375 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845303. Dhaka is nearest town to Jharokhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Jharokhar
Population of Jharokhar
According to the 2011 Census, Jharokhar has a total population of about 9,816, with approximately 5,189 males and 4,627 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,751 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 672 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.20%, with male literacy at about 59.53% and female literacy near 33.37%. There are around 1,675 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jharokhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,816 | 5,189 | 4,627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,751 | 872 | 879 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 672 | 337 | 335 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,633 | 3,089 | 1,544 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,183 | 2,100 | 3,083 |
Connectivity of Jharokhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jharokhar. As per the 2011 stats, Jharokhar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jharokhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jharokhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jharokhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jharokhar
- Where is Jharokhar located?
- Jharokhar village is situated in Ghorasahan Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jharokhar?
- Jharokhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jharokhar?
- The pincode of Jharokhar is 845303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jharokhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jharokhar is 9,816, with 5,189 males and 4,627 females.
- How many households are there in Jharokhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jharokhar village has a total of 1,675 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jharokhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharokhar is 47.20%. The male literacy rate is 59.53%, while the female literacy rate is 33.37%.