Jhara
Jhara is a village located in Ramanujganj tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Ramanujganj (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Jhara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jhara unique in its vibrant Ramanujganj-Surguja region. You’ll see Jhara’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 Jhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhara is 431845. The village spans a total geographical area of 418.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497220. Ramanujganj is nearest town to Jhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
Google Map of Jhara
Population of Jhara
According to the 2011 Census, Jhara has a total population of about 1,336, with approximately 690 males and 646 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 235 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 52 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 657. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.12%, with male literacy at about 62.46% and female literacy near 39.01%. There are around 263 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,336 | 690 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 122 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 657 | 346 | 311 |
| Literate Population | 683 | 431 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 653 | 259 | 394 |
Connectivity of Jhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhara. As per the 2011 stats, Jhara 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhara
- Where is Jhara located?
- Jhara village is situated in Ramanujganj Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhara?
- Jhara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jhara?
- The pincode of Jhara is 497220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhara is 1,336, with 690 males and 646 females.
- How many households are there in Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhara village has a total of 263 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhara is 51.12%. The male literacy rate is 62.46%, while the female literacy rate is 39.01%.