Andharjhar - Manora, Jashpur
Andharjhar is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Andharjhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andharjhar is 433881. The village covers a total geographical area of 1285.8 hectares and falls under the 496330 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Andharjhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andharjhar
As per Census 2011, Andharjhar village has a total population of 1,232 people, consisting of 640 males and 592 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 439 literate and 793 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,016 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andharjhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,232 | 640 | 592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 113 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 36 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,016 | 536 | 480 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 278 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 793 | 362 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Andharjhar
Andharjhar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhattha | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Amgaon | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Kedali | East | 3.66 km |
| Gopinagar | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Khamhli | South-East | 4.68 km |
| Govindpur | North-East | 4.89 km |
| Kewjhar | North | 4.98 km |
| Beherna | East | 5.00 km |
| Chhichhli-a | West | 5.07 km |
| Bhawanipur | North | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andharjhar
Andharjhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Andharjhar is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andharjhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andharjhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Andharjhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andharjhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Andharjhar
Where is Andharjhar located?
Andharjhar village is located in Manora Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andharjhar?
Andharjhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Andharjhar?
The pincode of Andharjhar is 496330.
What is the population of Andharjhar?
Andharjhar has a total population of 1,232, including 640 males and 592 females.
How many households are there in Andharjhar?
There are 265 households in Andharjhar.
What is the literacy rate in Andharjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andharjhar is 35.63%. Male literacy is 43.44% and female literacy is 27.20%.