Jharra
Jharra is a village located in Malkharoda tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Malkharoda (tehsildar office) and 67km 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 437267. The village spans a total geographical area of 216.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496223. Kharsia is nearest town to Jharra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km 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 Chandrapura 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
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 952 | 481 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 76 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 632 | 324 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 331 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 150 | 235 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jharra village:
- The total population of Jharra village is around 952, including approximately 481 males and 471 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 142 children aged 0–6 years in Jharra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jharra village has 110 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 632 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jharra village is about 59.56%, with male literacy at 68.81% and female literacy at 50.11%.
- There are around 193 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 Malkharoda 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 496223, 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 952, with 481 males and 471 females.
- How many households are there in Jharra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jharra village has a total of 193 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jharra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharra is 59.56%. The male literacy rate is 68.81%, while the female literacy rate is 50.11%.