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.

Jharra 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 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.

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Population of Jharra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Jharra village is around 1,582, including approximately 793 males and 789 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 244 children aged 0–6 years in Jharra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jharra village has 735 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jharra village is about 64.85%, with male literacy at 74.27% and female literacy at 55.39%.
  • There are around 373 households in Jharra village.

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)
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%.