Jharka

Jharka is a village located in Nagaruntari subdivision of Garhwa district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Nagaruntari (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Garhwa. As per 2009 stats, Pipardih is the gram panchayat of Jharka village.

Jharka has its own place in the vibrant Garhwa 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 Jharka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jharka is 347513. The village spans a total geographical area of 118.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822121. Nagaruntari is nearest town to Jharka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jharka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 841 411 430
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 145 69 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) 234 112 122
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 465 279 186
Illiterate Population 376 132 244

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

  • The total population of Jharka village is around 841, including approximately 411 males and 430 females, with a sex ratio of 1046 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Jharka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jharka village has 234 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jharka village is about 55.29%, with male literacy at 67.88% and female literacy at 43.26%.
  • There are around 172 households in Jharka village.

Connectivity of Jharka

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

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

Nearby Villages of Jharka

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

Chitbisraon Barahpati Goradih Bamba Bardiha Jharkia Barodih Pipardih Sonpura Choukhara Tenduwa

Frequently Asked Questions about Jharka

Where is Jharka located?
Jharka village is situated in Nagaruntari Subdivision, within the Garhwa district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharka is Pipardih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jharka?
The pincode of Jharka is 822121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jharka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jharka is 841, with 411 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Jharka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jharka village has a total of 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jharka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharka is 55.29%. The male literacy rate is 67.88%, while the female literacy rate is 43.26%.