Banjhar

Banjhar is a village located in Albert Ekka subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Albert Ekka(jari) (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Meral is the gram panchayat of Banjhar village.

Banjhar has its own place in the vibrant Gumla 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 Banjhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banjhar is 376244. The village spans a total geographical area of 651 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835232. Albert Ekka is nearest town to Banjhar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Banjhar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 819 413 406
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 143 84 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 531 259 272
Literate Population 448 251 197
Illiterate Population 371 162 209

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

  • The total population of Banjhar village is around 819, including approximately 413 males and 406 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 143 children aged 0–6 years in Banjhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Banjhar village has 531 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Banjhar village is about 54.70%, with male literacy at 60.77% and female literacy at 48.52%.
  • There are around 133 households in Banjhar village.

Connectivity of Banjhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banjhar. As per the 2011 stats, Banjhar 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Banjhar

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Banjhar

Where is Banjhar located?
Banjhar village is situated in Albert Ekka Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banjhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Banjhar is Meral (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banjhar?
The pincode of Banjhar is 835232, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banjhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banjhar is 819, with 413 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Banjhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banjhar village has a total of 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banjhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banjhar is 54.70%. The male literacy rate is 60.77%, while the female literacy rate is 48.52%.