Jharra
Jharra is a village located in Champa tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Champa (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Jharra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jharra unique in its vibrant Champa-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Jharra’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 Jharra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jharra is 436853. The village spans a total geographical area of 494.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493888. Champa is nearest town to Jharra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jharra 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 Jaijaipur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jharra
Population of Jharra
According to the 2011 Census, Jharra has a total population of about 1,582, with approximately 793 males and 789 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 244 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 735 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.85%, with male literacy at about 74.27% and female literacy near 55.39%. There are around 373 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jharra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,582 | 793 | 789 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 131 | 113 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 735 | 371 | 364 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,026 | 589 | 437 |
Illiterate Population | 556 | 204 | 352 |
Connectivity of Jharra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jharra. As per the 2011 stats, Jharra 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 village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jharra
Knowing the nearby villages of Jharra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jharra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jharra
- Where is Jharra located?
- Jharra village is situated in Champa Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jharra?
- Jharra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jharra?
- The pincode of Jharra is 493888, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jharra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jharra is 1,582, with 793 males and 789 females.
- How many households are there in Jharra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jharra village has a total of 373 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jharra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharra is 64.85%. The male literacy rate is 74.27%, while the female literacy rate is 55.39%.