Jarka

Jarka is a village located in Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Jarmundi (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Chamarabahiyar is the gram panchayat of Jarka village.

Jarka has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 369874. The village spans a total geographical area of 25.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815118. Jarmundi 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 158 70 88
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 17 6 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 158 70 88
Literate Population 76 41 35
Illiterate Population 82 29 53

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

  • The total population of Jarka village is around 158, including approximately 70 males and 88 females, with a sex ratio of 1257 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 17 children aged 0–6 years in Jarka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jarka village has 158 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jarka village is about 48.10%, with male literacy at 58.57% and female literacy at 39.77%.
  • There are around 33 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 10+ 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.

Khejuria Latta Dhekehaghongha Ghormara Bara Bamandiha Chamarabahiar Nawadih Sogradangal Tharipathar Jogdhara

Frequently Asked Questions about Jarka

Where is Jarka located?
Jarka village is situated in Jarmundi Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarka is Chamarabahiyar (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 815118, 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 158, with 70 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Jarka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jarka village has a total of 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jarka is 48.10%. The male literacy rate is 58.57%, while the female literacy rate is 39.77%.