Jar

Jar is a village located in Bhoranj tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from district headquarter Bhoranj. Bhoranj is the sub-district headquarter of Jar village. As per 2009 stats, Kadohata is the gram panchayat of Jar village.

Jar has its own place in the vibrant Hamirpur 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 Jar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jar is 017962. The village spans a total geographical area of 31.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176044. Bhota is nearest town to Jar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Jar 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 Bhoranj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur 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 Jar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 149 62 87
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 11 3 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 71 27 44
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 113 53 60
Illiterate Population 36 9 27

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

  • The total population of Jar village is around 149, including approximately 62 males and 87 females, with a sex ratio of 1403 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 11 children aged 0–6 years in Jar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jar village has 71 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jar village is about 75.84%, with male literacy at 85.48% and female literacy at 68.97%.
  • There are around 41 households in Jar village.

Connectivity of Jar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jar. As per the 2011 stats, Jar 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 Jar

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

Tohu Maira Nahlwin Kathiawin Chamiatr Kangri Bakhota Naili Jamli Palasi Riri Tanda

Frequently Asked Questions about Jar

Where is Jar located?
Jar village is situated in Bhoranj Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jar is Kadohata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jar?
The pincode of Jar is 176044, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jar is 149, with 62 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Jar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jar village has a total of 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jar is 75.84%. The male literacy rate is 85.48%, while the female literacy rate is 68.97%.