Jhaphal
Jhaphal is a village located in Lormi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Lormi (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Jhaphal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jhaphal unique in its vibrant Lormi-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Jhaphal’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 Jhaphal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhaphal is 437836. The village spans a total geographical area of 656.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495115. Lormi is nearest town to Jhaphal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhaphal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jhaphal
Population of Jhaphal
According to the 2011 Census, Jhaphal has a total population of about 3,640, with approximately 1,849 males and 1,791 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 602 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 403 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 71. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.49%, with male literacy at about 67.71% and female literacy near 48.97%. There are around 915 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhaphal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,640 | 1,849 | 1,791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 602 | 310 | 292 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 208 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 2,129 | 1,252 | 877 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,511 | 597 | 914 |
Connectivity of Jhaphal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhaphal. As per the 2011 stats, Jhaphal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhaphal
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhaphal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhaphal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhaphal
- Where is Jhaphal located?
- Jhaphal village is situated in Lormi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhaphal?
- Jhaphal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jhaphal?
- The pincode of Jhaphal is 495115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhaphal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhaphal is 3,640, with 1,849 males and 1,791 females.
- How many households are there in Jhaphal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhaphal village has a total of 915 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhaphal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhaphal is 58.49%. The male literacy rate is 67.71%, while the female literacy rate is 48.97%.