Jharna - Hariharganj, Palamu
Jharna is a village situated in the Hariharganj subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hariharganj and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Palamu. Dema serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharna is 365283. The village covers a total geographical area of 340 hectares and falls under the 822131 pincode.
Jharna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Jharna
Jharna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Duara | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Dura | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Lalgara | East | 1.77 km |
| Tetaria | North | 2.00 km |
| Tarwa Alias Akouni | South | 2.03 km |
| Kajru Kalan | West | 2.20 km |
| Ghaghra | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Largahi | West | 2.42 km |
| Dubat | South | 2.56 km |
| Hurmeth | South-East | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jharna
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jharna. The nearest railway station is Nabenagar Road, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 135.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Palamu to Jharna is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jharna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jharna
Where is Jharna located?
Jharna village is located in Hariharganj Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharna?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharna is Dema.
What is the pincode of Jharna?
The pincode of Jharna is 822131.