Jara

Jara is a village located in Palari tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Palari (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Jara village is also a gram panchayat.

Jara has its own place in the vibrant Raipur 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 Jara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jara is 443878. The village spans a total geographical area of 1141.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493229. Palari is nearest town to Jara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Jara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,179 1,575 1,604
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 437 211 226
Scheduled Castes (SC) 450 231 219
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 173 85 88
Literate Population 2,104 1,242 862
Illiterate Population 1,075 333 742

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

  • The total population of Jara village is around 3,179, including approximately 1,575 males and 1,604 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 437 children aged 0–6 years in Jara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jara village has 450 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 173 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jara village is about 66.18%, with male literacy at 78.86% and female literacy at 53.74%.
  • There are around 622 households in Jara village.

Connectivity of Jara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jara. As per the 2011 stats, Jara 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jara

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jara

Where is Jara located?
Jara village is situated in Palari Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jara?
Jara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jara?
The pincode of Jara is 493229, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jara is 3,179, with 1,575 males and 1,604 females.
How many households are there in Jara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jara village has a total of 622 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jara is 66.18%. The male literacy rate is 78.86%, while the female literacy rate is 53.74%.