Jawar
Jawar is a village located in Herhanj subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Herhanj (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Jhabar is the gram panchayat of Jawar village.
Here you can discover what makes Jawar unique in its vibrant Herhanj-Latehar region. You’ll see Jawar’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 Jawar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jawar is 367518. The village spans a total geographical area of 223 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Herhanj is nearest town to Jawar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jawar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jawar
Population of Jawar
According to the 2011 Census, Jawar has a total population of about 181, with approximately 93 males and 88 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 76 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 69. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.51%, with male literacy at about 51.61% and female literacy near 43.18%. There are around 30 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jawar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 181 | 93 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 45 | 50 |
Connectivity of Jawar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jawar. As per the 2011 stats, Jawar 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jawar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jawar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jawar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jawar
- Where is Jawar located?
- Jawar village is situated in Herhanj Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jawar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jawar is Jhabar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jawar?
- The pincode of Jawar is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jawar is 181, with 93 males and 88 females.
- How many households are there in Jawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jawar village has a total of 30 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jawar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jawar is 47.51%. The male literacy rate is 51.61%, while the female literacy rate is 43.18%.