Jhara

Jhara is a village located in Lunawada taluka of Panch Mahals district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Lunawada (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Godhra. As per 2009 stats, Panch Mahudiya is the gram panchayat of Jhara village.

Jhara has its own place in the vibrant Panch Mahals 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 Jhara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhara is 518295. The village spans a total geographical area of 171.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 389220. Lunawada is nearest town to Jhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Jhara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,050 549 501
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 133 76 57
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 287 147 140
Literate Population 694 410 284
Illiterate Population 356 139 217

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

  • The total population of Jhara village is around 1,050, including approximately 549 males and 501 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 133 children aged 0–6 years in Jhara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhara village has 287 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jhara village is about 66.10%, with male literacy at 74.68% and female literacy at 56.69%.
  • There are around 202 households in Jhara village.

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 within village
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.

Vardhari Dhesiya Dalwai Savali Tarnocha Panch Mahudi Jagapagina Muvada Nalna Muvada Dokelav Panam Palla Mota Dokva Moti Ghoda

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhara

Where is Jhara located?
Jhara village is situated in Lunawada Taluka, within the Panch Mahals district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhara is Panch Mahudiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhara?
The pincode of Jhara is 389220, 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 1,050, with 549 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhara village has a total of 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhara is 66.10%. The male literacy rate is 74.68%, while the female literacy rate is 56.69%.