Jhiriya

Jhiriya is a village located in Akaltara tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Akaltara (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Amlipali is the gram panchayat of Jhiriya village.

Jhiriya has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa 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 Jhiriya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhiriya is 436595. The village spans a total geographical area of 158.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495554. Akaltara is nearest town to Jhiriya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Jhiriya

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 350 179 171
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 58 33 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) 140 68 72
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 198 102 96
Literate Population 221 126 95
Illiterate Population 129 53 76

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

  • The total population of Jhiriya village is around 350, including approximately 179 males and 171 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Jhiriya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhiriya village has 140 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 198 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jhiriya village is about 63.14%, with male literacy at 70.39% and female literacy at 55.56%.
  • There are around 73 households in Jhiriya village.

Connectivity of Jhiriya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhiriya. As per the 2011 stats, Jhiriya 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhiriya

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhiriya

Where is Jhiriya located?
Jhiriya village is situated in Akaltara Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhiriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhiriya is Amlipali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhiriya?
The pincode of Jhiriya is 495554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhiriya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhiriya is 350, with 179 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Jhiriya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhiriya village has a total of 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhiriya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhiriya is 63.14%. The male literacy rate is 70.39%, while the female literacy rate is 55.56%.