Jhilighat
Jhilighat is a village located in Mohanpur subdivision of Deoghar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mohanpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Deoghar. As per 2009 stats, Postwari is the gram panchayat of Jhilighat village.
Here you can discover what makes Jhilighat unique in its vibrant Mohanpur-Deoghar region. You’ll see Jhilighat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jhilighat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhilighat is 353555. The village spans a total geographical area of 80.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814113. Deoghar is nearest town to Jhilighat village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jhilighat
Population of Jhilighat
According to the 2011 Census, Jhilighat has a total population of about 487, with approximately 269 males and 218 females. The sex ratio is around 810 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 291 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.21%, with male literacy at about 62.83% and female literacy near 43.58%. There are around 93 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhilighat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 487 | 269 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 157 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 264 | 169 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 100 | 123 |
Connectivity of Jhilighat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhilighat. As per the 2011 stats, Jhilighat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhilighat
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhilighat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhilighat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhilighat
- Where is Jhilighat located?
- Jhilighat village is situated in Mohanpur Subdivision, within the Deoghar district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhilighat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhilighat is Postwari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhilighat?
- The pincode of Jhilighat is 814113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhilighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhilighat is 487, with 269 males and 218 females.
- How many households are there in Jhilighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhilighat village has a total of 93 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhilighat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhilighat is 54.21%. The male literacy rate is 62.83%, while the female literacy rate is 43.58%.