Jhagrahi - Jarmundi, Dumka
Jhagrahi is a village situated in the Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jarmundi and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Shankarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhagrahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhagrahi is 369629. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.28 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Jhagrahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhagrahi
According to the 2011 Census, Jhagrahi village had a total population of 187 people, including 92 males and 95 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.04%, with male literacy at 48.65% and female literacy at 19.05%.
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 | 187 | 92 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 18 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 36 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 56 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Jhagrahi
Jhagrahi 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 Jhagrahi
Jhagrahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Jhagrahi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Jhagrahi is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhagrahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhagrahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhagrahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhagrahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jhagrahi
Where is Jhagrahi located?
Jhagrahi village is located in Jarmundi Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhagrahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhagrahi is Shankarpur.
What is the pincode of Jhagrahi?
The pincode of Jhagrahi is 814145.
What is the population of Jhagrahi?
Jhagrahi had a total population of 187, including 92 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Jhagrahi?
Jhagrahi had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhagrahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhagrahi was 35.04%. Male literacy was 48.65% and female literacy was 19.05%.