Jhalam
Jhalam is a village located in Bemetara tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bemetara (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Jhalam village is also a gram panchayat.
Jhalam has its own place in the vibrant Durg 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 Jhalam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhalam is 441967. The village spans a total geographical area of 514.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491337. Bemetara is nearest town to Jhalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Jhalam
Below is a concise population overview of Jhalam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 796 | 397 | 399 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 60 | 60 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 210 | 198 |
Literate Population | 467 | 285 | 182 |
Illiterate Population | 329 | 112 | 217 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhalam village:
- The total population of Jhalam village is around 796, including approximately 397 males and 399 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 120 children aged 0–6 years in Jhalam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhalam village has 54 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 408 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhalam village is about 58.67%, with male literacy at 71.79% and female literacy at 45.61%.
- There are around 158 households in Jhalam village.
Connectivity of Jhalam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhalam. As per the 2011 stats, Jhalam 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 |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhalam
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhalam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhalam
- Where is Jhalam located?
- Jhalam village is situated in Bemetara Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhalam?
- Jhalam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jhalam?
- The pincode of Jhalam is 491337, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhalam is 796, with 397 males and 399 females.
- How many households are there in Jhalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhalam village has a total of 158 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhalam is 58.67%. The male literacy rate is 71.79%, while the female literacy rate is 45.61%.