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.
Here you can discover what makes Banjhar unique in its vibrant Albert Ekka-Gumla region. You’ll see Banjhar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Banjhar
Population of Banjhar
According to the 2011 Census, Banjhar has a total population of about 819, with approximately 413 males and 406 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 143 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 531. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.70%, with male literacy at about 60.77% and female literacy near 48.52%. There are around 133 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banjhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.