Jharap
Jharap is a village located in Jaijaipur tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Jaijaipur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Jharap village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jharap unique in its vibrant Jaijaipur-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Jharap’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 Jharap
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jharap is 437414. The village spans a total geographical area of 308.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495661. Jaijaipur is nearest town to Jharap village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Jharap
Population of Jharap
According to the 2011 Census, Jharap has a total population of about 1,390, with approximately 709 males and 681 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 220 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,166 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 54.32%, with male literacy at about 61.50% and female literacy near 46.84%. There are around 265 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jharap's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,390 | 709 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 118 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,166 | 598 | 568 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 755 | 436 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 273 | 362 |
Connectivity of Jharap
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jharap. As per the 2011 stats, Jharap 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jharap
Knowing the nearby villages of Jharap helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jharap.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jharap
- Where is Jharap located?
- Jharap village is situated in Jaijaipur Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jharap?
- Jharap serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jharap?
- The pincode of Jharap is 495661, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jharap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jharap is 1,390, with 709 males and 681 females.
- How many households are there in Jharap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jharap village has a total of 265 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jharap as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharap is 54.32%. The male literacy rate is 61.50%, while the female literacy rate is 46.84%.