Jhira
About Jhira
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhira village is 019523. Jhira village is located in Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 92km away from district headquarter Swarghat. Swarghat is the sub-district headquarter of Jhira village. As per 2009 stats, Kotkhas is the gram panchayat of Jhira village.
The total geographical area of village is 62.24 hectares. Jhira has a total population of 634 peoples, out of which male population is 339 while female population is 295. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 870 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhira village is 73.03% out of which 79.65% males and 65.42% females are literate. There are about 116 houses in jhira village. Pincode of jhira village locality is 174002.
When it comes to administration, Jhira village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jhira village comes under Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Anandpur Sahib is nearest town to jhira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Jhira
The population details of Jhira cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 634 | 339 | 295 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 197 | 103 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 193 | 109 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 270 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 69 | 102 |
Connectivity of Jhira
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhira
Where is Jhira located?
Jhira village is situated in Naina Devi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhira?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhira is Kotkhas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhira?
The pincode of Jhira is 174002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhira is 634, with 339 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Jhira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhira village has a total of 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhira is 73.03%. The male literacy rate is 79.65%, while the female literacy rate is 65.42%.