Jarka

Jarka is a village located in Sona Rai Tharhi subdivision of Deoghar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Sona Rai Tharhi (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Deoghar. As per 2009 stats, Jarka2 is the gram panchayat of Jarka village.

Jarka has its own place in the vibrant Deoghar 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 Jarka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jarka is 354057. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814150. Sona Rai Tharhi is nearest town to Jarka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jarka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 740 392 348
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 121 66 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 417 274 143
Illiterate Population 323 118 205

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

  • The total population of Jarka village is around 740, including approximately 392 males and 348 females, with a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 121 children aged 0–6 years in Jarka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Jarka village is about 56.35%, with male literacy at 69.90% and female literacy at 41.09%.
  • There are around 132 households in Jarka village.

Connectivity of Jarka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jarka. As per the 2011 stats, Jarka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jarka

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jarka

Where is Jarka located?
Jarka village is situated in Sona Rai Tharhi Subdivision, within the Deoghar district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarka is Jarka2 (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jarka?
The pincode of Jarka is 814150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jarka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jarka is 740, with 392 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Jarka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jarka village has a total of 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jarka is 56.35%. The male literacy rate is 69.90%, while the female literacy rate is 41.09%.