Jatkanhar
Jatkanhar is a village located in Dongargarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Dongargarh (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Jatkanhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jatkanhar unique in its vibrant Dongargarh-Rajnandgaon region. You’ll see Jatkanhar’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 Jatkanhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jatkanhar is 440600. The village spans a total geographical area of 412.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491445. Dongargarh is nearest town to Jatkanhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Jatkanhar
According to the 2011 Census, Jatkanhar has a total population of about 1,237, with approximately 621 males and 616 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 31 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 697. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.37%, with male literacy at about 76.01% and female literacy near 56.66%. There are around 254 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jatkanhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,237 | 621 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 81 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 697 | 359 | 338 |
| Literate Population | 821 | 472 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 149 | 267 |
Connectivity of Jatkanhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jatkanhar. As per the 2011 stats, Jatkanhar 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Jatkanhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jatkanhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jatkanhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jatkanhar
- Where is Jatkanhar located?
- Jatkanhar village is situated in Dongargarh Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jatkanhar?
- Jatkanhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jatkanhar?
- The pincode of Jatkanhar is 491445, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jatkanhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jatkanhar is 1,237, with 621 males and 616 females.
- How many households are there in Jatkanhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jatkanhar village has a total of 254 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jatkanhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jatkanhar is 66.37%. The male literacy rate is 76.01%, while the female literacy rate is 56.66%.