Jhara

Jhara is a village located in Mahasamund tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 30km away from Mahasamund, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Jhara village. As per 2009 stats, Jhara village is also a gram panchayat.

Jhara has its own place in the vibrant Mahasamund 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 Jhara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhara is 446199. The village spans a total geographical area of 459.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493449. Bagbahara is nearest town to Jhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

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Population of Jhara

Below is a concise population overview of Jhara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,205 589 616
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 174 81 93
Scheduled Castes (SC) 252 123 129
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 395 188 207
Literate Population 715 431 284
Illiterate Population 490 158 332

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhara village:

  • The total population of Jhara village is around 1,205, including approximately 589 males and 616 females, with a sex ratio of 1045 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 174 children aged 0–6 years in Jhara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhara village has 252 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 395 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jhara village is about 59.34%, with male literacy at 73.17% and female literacy at 46.10%.
  • There are around 312 households in Jhara village.

Connectivity of Jhara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhara. As per the 2011 stats, Jhara 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 Jhara

Knowing the nearby villages of Jhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhara

Where is Jhara located?
Jhara village is situated in Mahasamund Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhara?
Jhara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jhara?
The pincode of Jhara is 493449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhara is 1,205, with 589 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhara village has a total of 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhara is 59.34%. The male literacy rate is 73.17%, while the female literacy rate is 46.10%.