Jhaura

Jhaura is a village located in Bhalai tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Brangal. Brangal is the sub-district headquarter of Jhaura village. As per 2009 stats, Badka is the gram panchayat of Jhaura village.

Jhaura has its own place in the vibrant Chamba 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 Jhaura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhaura is 007346. The village spans a total geographical area of 241.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176312. Chamba is nearest town to Jhaura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.

When it comes to local governance, Jhaura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Jhaura

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 538 258 280
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 105 53 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 387 189 198
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 224 134 90
Illiterate Population 314 124 190

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

  • The total population of Jhaura village is around 538, including approximately 258 males and 280 females, with a sex ratio of 1085 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 105 children aged 0–6 years in Jhaura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhaura village has 387 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhaura village is about 41.64%, with male literacy at 51.94% and female literacy at 32.14%.
  • There are around 79 households in Jhaura village.

Connectivity of Jhaura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhaura. As per the 2011 stats, Jhaura 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhaura

Knowing the nearby villages of Jhaura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhaura.

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhaura

Where is Jhaura located?
Jhaura village is situated in Bhalai Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhaura is Badka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhaura?
The pincode of Jhaura is 176312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhaura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhaura is 538, with 258 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Jhaura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhaura village has a total of 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhaura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhaura is 41.64%. The male literacy rate is 51.94%, while the female literacy rate is 32.14%.