Jhargaon
Jhargaon is a village located in Duldula tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Duldula (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Jhargaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Jhargaon has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur 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 Jhargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhargaon is 434102. The village spans a total geographical area of 2035.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496334. Jashpur Nagar is nearest town to Jhargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhargaon 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 Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh 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 Jhargaon
Below is a concise population overview of Jhargaon 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 | 1,146 | 569 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 103 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 641 | 323 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 390 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 179 | 294 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhargaon village:
- The total population of Jhargaon village is around 1,146, including approximately 569 males and 577 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 187 children aged 0–6 years in Jhargaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhargaon village has 13 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 641 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhargaon village is about 58.73%, with male literacy at 68.54% and female literacy at 49.05%.
- There are around 259 households in Jhargaon village.
Connectivity of Jhargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Jhargaon 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhargaon
- Where is Jhargaon located?
- Jhargaon village is situated in Duldula Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhargaon?
- Jhargaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jhargaon?
- The pincode of Jhargaon is 496334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhargaon is 1,146, with 569 males and 577 females.
- How many households are there in Jhargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhargaon village has a total of 259 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhargaon is 58.73%. The male literacy rate is 68.54%, while the female literacy rate is 49.05%.