Jerga

Jerga is a village located in Karra subdivision of Khunti district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Karra (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Khunti. As per 2009 stats, Dumargadi is the gram panchayat of Jerga village.

Jerga has its own place in the vibrant Khunti 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 Jerga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jerga is 374828. The village spans a total geographical area of 167 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835209. Ranchi is nearest town to Jerga village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jerga

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 58 31 27
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 9 4 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 35 23 12
Illiterate Population 23 8 15

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

  • The total population of Jerga village is around 58, including approximately 31 males and 27 females, with a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 9 children aged 0–6 years in Jerga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Jerga village is about 60.34%, with male literacy at 74.19% and female literacy at 44.44%.
  • There are around 12 households in Jerga village.

Connectivity of Jerga

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

Nearby Villages of Jerga

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

Ronhe Tapingsara Rolagutu Tunel Sahilong Gungunian Manpur Dumargari Setahuru Korkotakadal Belsiring

Frequently Asked Questions about Jerga

Where is Jerga located?
Jerga village is situated in Karra Subdivision, within the Khunti district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jerga?
The Gram Panchayat of Jerga is Dumargadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jerga?
The pincode of Jerga is 835209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jerga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jerga is 58, with 31 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Jerga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jerga village has a total of 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jerga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jerga is 60.34%. The male literacy rate is 74.19%, while the female literacy rate is 44.44%.