Jarkat
Jarkat is a village located in Gharghoda tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Gharghoda (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Baronakunda is the gram panchayat of Jarkat village.
Jarkat has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Jarkat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jarkat is 434676. The village spans a total geographical area of 457.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496111. Gharghoda is nearest town to Jarkat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jarkat 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 Dharamjaigarh 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 Jarkat
Below is a concise population overview of Jarkat 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 | 610 | 300 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 257 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 120 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 180 | 228 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jarkat village:
- The total population of Jarkat village is around 610, including approximately 300 males and 310 females, with a sex ratio of 1033 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 100 children aged 0–6 years in Jarkat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jarkat village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 514 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jarkat village is about 33.11%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 26.45%.
- There are around 155 households in Jarkat village.
Connectivity of Jarkat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jarkat. As per the 2011 stats, Jarkat 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jarkat
Knowing the nearby villages of Jarkat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jarkat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jarkat
- Where is Jarkat located?
- Jarkat village is situated in Gharghoda Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jarkat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jarkat is Baronakunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jarkat?
- The pincode of Jarkat is 496111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jarkat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jarkat is 610, with 300 males and 310 females.
- How many households are there in Jarkat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jarkat village has a total of 155 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jarkat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jarkat is 33.11%. The male literacy rate is 40.00%, while the female literacy rate is 26.45%.