Jongra
About Jongra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jongra village is 436953. Jongra village is located in Sakti tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sakti (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Jongra village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 328.03 hectares. Jongra has a total population of 1,222 peoples, out of which male population is 636 while female population is 586. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 921 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jongra village is 67.76% out of which 78.77% males and 55.80% females are literate. There are about 296 houses in jongra village. Pincode of jongra village locality is 495689.
When it comes to administration, Jongra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jongra village comes under Sakri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency. Naila-janjgir is nearest town to jongra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 59km away.
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Population of Jongra
The population details of Jongra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,222 | 636 | 586 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 167 | 89 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 226 | 112 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 828 | 501 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 135 | 259 |
Connectivity of Jongra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jongra
Where is Jongra located?
Jongra village is situated in Sakti Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jongra?
Jongra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jongra?
The pincode of Jongra is 495689, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jongra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jongra is 1,222, with 636 males and 586 females.
How many households are there in Jongra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jongra village has a total of 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jongra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jongra is 67.76%. The male literacy rate is 78.77%, while the female literacy rate is 55.80%.