Jhiriya
Jhiriya is a village located in Simga tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Simga (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Jhiriya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jhiriya unique in its vibrant Simga-Raipur region. You’ll see Jhiriya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jhiriya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhiriya is 443526. The village spans a total geographical area of 610.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493101. Simga is nearest town to Jhiriya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Jhiriya
Population of Jhiriya
According to the 2011 Census, Jhiriya has a total population of about 1,440, with approximately 723 males and 717 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 224 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 28 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 587. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.32%, with male literacy at about 69.85% and female literacy near 52.72%. There are around 297 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhiriya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,440 | 723 | 717 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 118 | 106 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 7 | 21 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 587 | 296 | 291 |
Literate Population | 883 | 505 | 378 |
Illiterate Population | 557 | 218 | 339 |
Connectivity of Jhiriya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhiriya. As per the 2011 stats, Jhiriya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhiriya
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhiriya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhiriya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhiriya
- Where is Jhiriya located?
- Jhiriya village is situated in Simga Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhiriya?
- Jhiriya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jhiriya?
- The pincode of Jhiriya is 493101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhiriya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhiriya is 1,440, with 723 males and 717 females.
- How many households are there in Jhiriya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhiriya village has a total of 297 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhiriya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhiriya is 61.32%. The male literacy rate is 69.85%, while the female literacy rate is 52.72%.