Jhirar

Jhirar is a village located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 54km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Jhirar village. As per 2009 stats, Nana is the gram panchayat of Jhirar village.

Jhirar 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 Jhirar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhirar is 009201. The village spans a total geographical area of 203.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176023. Nurpur is nearest town to Jhirar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Jhirar 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 Jawali 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 Jhirar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 456 227 229
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 60 26 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 201 102 99
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 348 190 158
Illiterate Population 108 37 71

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

  • The total population of Jhirar village is around 456, including approximately 227 males and 229 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Jhirar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhirar village has 201 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhirar village is about 76.32%, with male literacy at 83.70% and female literacy at 69.00%.
  • There are around 95 households in Jhirar village.

Connectivity of Jhirar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhirar. As per the 2011 stats, Jhirar 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 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhirar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhirar

Where is Jhirar located?
Jhirar village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhirar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhirar is Nana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhirar?
The pincode of Jhirar is 176023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhirar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhirar is 456, with 227 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Jhirar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhirar village has a total of 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhirar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhirar is 76.32%. The male literacy rate is 83.70%, while the female literacy rate is 69.00%.