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.
Here you can discover what makes Jhiriya unique in its vibrant Akaltara-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Jhiriya’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 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.
Google Map of Jhiriya
Population of Jhiriya
According to the 2011 Census, Jhiriya has a total population of about 350, with approximately 179 males and 171 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 58 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 140 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 198. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.14%, with male literacy at about 70.39% and female literacy near 55.56%. There are around 73 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhiriya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.