Jhapro - Chas, Bokaro
Jhapro is a village situated in the Chas subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chas and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Chainpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhapro village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhapro is 362609. The village covers a total geographical area of 366.74 hectares and falls under the 827013 pincode.
Jhapro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bokaro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhapro
As per Census 2011, Jhapro village has a total population of 2,324 people, consisting of 1,208 males and 1,116 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 342 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,469 literate and 855 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,182 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhapro are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,324 | 1,208 | 1,116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 183 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 124 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,182 | 618 | 564 |
| Literate Population | 1,469 | 876 | 593 |
| Illiterate Population | 855 | 332 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Jhapro
Jhapro is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharampura | West | 2.79 km |
| Chainpur | South | 2.89 km |
| Gurguri | South | 3.75 km |
| Gaichhana | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Tanr Mohanpur | North-West | 5.10 km |
| Tetuliya | East | 5.80 km |
| Karkara | South | 5.88 km |
| Baramasia | South-West | 5.91 km |
| Satanpur | East | 5.97 km |
| Dhumadi | South | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhapro
Public transport in the Jhapro is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bokaro Steel City A Cabin, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Jhapro is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhapro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhapro village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhapro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhapro village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhapro
Where is Jhapro located?
Jhapro village is located in Chas Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhapro?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhapro is Chainpur.
What is the pincode of Jhapro?
The pincode of Jhapro is 827013.
What is the population of Jhapro?
Jhapro has a total population of 2,324, including 1,208 males and 1,116 females.
How many households are there in Jhapro?
There are 461 households in Jhapro.
What is the literacy rate in Jhapro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhapro is 63.21%. Male literacy is 72.52% and female literacy is 53.14%.