Jantar
Jantar is a village located in Dongargaon tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dongargaon (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Jantar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jantar unique in its vibrant Dongargaon-Rajnandgaon region. You’ll see Jantar’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 Jantar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jantar is 441135. The village spans a total geographical area of 384.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491558. Dongargaon is nearest town to Jantar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Jantar
Population of Jantar
According to the 2011 Census, Jantar has a total population of about 1,089, with approximately 527 males and 562 females. The sex ratio is around 1066 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 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 174. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.80%, with male literacy at about 71.73% and female literacy near 52.49%. There are around 197 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jantar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,089 | 527 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 72 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 79 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 378 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 149 | 267 |
Connectivity of Jantar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jantar. As per the 2011 stats, Jantar 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 Jantar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jantar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jantar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jantar
- Where is Jantar located?
- Jantar village is situated in Dongargaon Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jantar?
- Jantar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jantar?
- The pincode of Jantar is 491558, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jantar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jantar is 1,089, with 527 males and 562 females.
- How many households are there in Jantar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jantar village has a total of 197 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jantar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jantar is 61.80%. The male literacy rate is 71.73%, while the female literacy rate is 52.49%.