Jiar

Jiar is a village located in Tira Sujanpur tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from district headquarter Tira Sujanpur. Tira Sujanpur is the sub-district headquarter of Jiar village. As per 2009 stats, Panoh is the gram panchayat of Jiar village.

Here you can discover what makes Jiar unique in its vibrant Tira Sujanpur-Hamirpur region. You’ll see Jiar’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 Jiar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jiar is 016451. The village spans a total geographical area of 95.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176111. Tira Sujanpur is nearest town to Jiar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Jiar 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 Sujanpur 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.

Google Map of Jiar

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Population of Jiar

According to the 2011 Census, Jiar has a total population of about 424, with approximately 179 males and 245 females. The sex ratio is around 1368 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 59 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 142 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.75%, with male literacy at about 75.42% and female literacy near 67.35%. There are around 91 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jiar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 424 179 245
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 59 32 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 142 67 75
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 300 135 165
Illiterate Population 124 44 80

Connectivity of Jiar

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jiar

Where is Jiar located?
Jiar village is situated in Tira Sujanpur Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jiar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jiar is Panoh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jiar?
The pincode of Jiar is 176111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jiar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jiar is 424, with 179 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Jiar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jiar village has a total of 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jiar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jiar is 70.75%. The male literacy rate is 75.42%, while the female literacy rate is 67.35%.