Jharera - Mandap, Mandi
Jharera is a village situated in the Mandap tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Mandi. Banerdi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharera is 013720. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.04 hectares and falls under the 175040 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Jharera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jharera
As per Census 2011, Jharera village has a total population of 278 people, consisting of 135 males and 143 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 135 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 103 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 32 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Jharera
Jharera is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jharera
Jharera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Jharera is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jharera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jharera
Where is Jharera located?
Jharera village is located in Mandap Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharera?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharera is Banerdi.
What is the pincode of Jharera?
The pincode of Jharera is 175040.
What is the population of Jharera?
Jharera has a total population of 278, including 135 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Jharera?
There are 71 households in Jharera.
What is the literacy rate in Jharera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharera is 64.39%. Male literacy is 76.30% and female literacy is 53.15%.