Jhardag
Jhardag is a village located in Katkamsandi subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Katkamsandi (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Shahpur is the gram panchayat of Jhardag village.
Here you can discover what makes Jhardag unique in its vibrant Katkamsandi-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Jhardag’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 Jhardag
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhardag is 368591. The village spans a total geographical area of 342.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825401. Katkamsandi is nearest town to Jhardag village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Jhardag village comes under Hazaribagh assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Jhardag
Population of Jhardag
According to the 2011 Census, Jhardag has a total population of about 810, with approximately 406 males and 404 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 165 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 420 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 58. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.94%, with male literacy at about 52.96% and female literacy near 36.88%. There are around 130 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhardag's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 810 | 406 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 81 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 215 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 215 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 191 | 255 |
Connectivity of Jhardag
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhardag. As per the 2011 stats, Jhardag 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 Jhardag
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhardag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhardag.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhardag
- Where is Jhardag located?
- Jhardag village is situated in Katkamsandi Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhardag?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhardag is Shahpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhardag?
- The pincode of Jhardag is 825401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhardag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhardag is 810, with 406 males and 404 females.
- How many households are there in Jhardag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhardag village has a total of 130 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhardag as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhardag is 44.94%. The male literacy rate is 52.96%, while the female literacy rate is 36.88%.