Jherkar
Jherkar is a village located in Baijnath tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 51km away from district headquarter Baijnath. Baijnath is the sub-district headquarter of Jherkar village. As per 2009 stats, Kasba Paprola is the gram panchayat of Jherkar village.
Jherkar has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Jherkar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jherkar is 011944. The village spans a total geographical area of 9.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176115. Palampur is nearest town to Jherkar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Jherkar
Below is a concise population overview of Jherkar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 774 | 381 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 76 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 323 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 58 | 87 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jherkar village:
- The total population of Jherkar village is around 774, including approximately 381 males and 393 females, with a sex ratio of 1031 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 87 children aged 0–6 years in Jherkar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jherkar village has 147 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jherkar village is about 81.27%, with male literacy at 84.78% and female literacy at 77.86%.
- There are around 177 households in Jherkar village.
Connectivity of Jherkar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jherkar. As per the 2011 stats, Jherkar 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jherkar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jherkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jherkar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jherkar
- Where is Jherkar located?
- Jherkar village is situated in Baijnath Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jherkar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jherkar is Kasba Paprola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jherkar?
- The pincode of Jherkar is 176115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jherkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jherkar is 774, with 381 males and 393 females.
- How many households are there in Jherkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jherkar village has a total of 177 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jherkar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jherkar is 81.27%. The male literacy rate is 84.78%, while the female literacy rate is 77.86%.