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
According to the 2011 Census, Jharera village had a total population of 278 people, including 135 males and 143 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.66%, with male literacy at 90.35% and female literacy at 58.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 135 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 278, including 135 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Jharera?
Jharera had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jharera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharera was 73.66%. Male literacy was 90.35% and female literacy was 58.91%.