Jakhar

Jakhar is a village located in Shivaji Nagar subdivision of Samastipur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Shivaji Nagar (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Samastipur. As per 2009 stats, Jakhar Dharampur is the gram panchayat of Jakhar village.

Jakhar has its own place in the vibrant Samastipur 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 Jakhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jakhar is 236437. The village spans a total geographical area of 499 hectares. Rosera is nearest town to Jakhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Jakhar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,852 3,635 3,217
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,330 712 618
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,231 657 574
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,068 2,025 1,043
Illiterate Population 3,784 1,610 2,174

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

  • The total population of Jakhar village is around 6,852, including approximately 3,635 males and 3,217 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,330 children aged 0–6 years in Jakhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jakhar village has 1,231 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jakhar village is about 44.78%, with male literacy at 55.71% and female literacy at 32.42%.
  • There are around 1,303 households in Jakhar village.

Connectivity of Jakhar

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

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

Kolhanta Samarhati Mahsar Dharampur Aura Rahiar Kunchi Chitaura Uti Bariar Jagdar Dumarkol Dasaut

Frequently Asked Questions about Jakhar

Where is Jakhar located?
Jakhar village is situated in Shivaji Nagar Subdivision, within the Samastipur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakhar is Jakhar Dharampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jakhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jakhar is 6,852, with 3,635 males and 3,217 females.
How many households are there in Jakhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jakhar village has a total of 1,303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jakhar is 44.78%. The male literacy rate is 55.71%, while the female literacy rate is 32.42%.