Jhal
About Jhal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhal village is 439016. Jhal village is located in Bilha tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Bilha (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Jhal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 440.34 hectares. Jhal has a total population of 953 peoples, out of which male population is 488 while female population is 465. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 952 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhal village is 55.93% out of which 65.16% males and 46.24% females are literate. There are about 193 houses in jhal village. Pincode of jhal village locality is 495224.
When it comes to administration, Jhal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jhal village comes under Bilha Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency. Bilha is nearest town to jhal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Jhal
The population details of Jhal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 953 | 488 | 465 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 154 | 83 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 487 | 245 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 121 | 68 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 318 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 170 | 250 |
Connectivity of Jhal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhal
Where is Jhal located?
Jhal village is situated in Bilha Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhal?
Jhal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jhal?
The pincode of Jhal is 495224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhal is 953, with 488 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Jhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhal village has a total of 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhal is 55.93%. The male literacy rate is 65.16%, while the female literacy rate is 46.24%.