Jabar - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Jabar is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawdiha Bajar and around 65.5 km from the district headquarters in Medninagar. Khairadohar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jabar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jabar is 365583. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode. Chhatarpur is the nearest town.
Jabar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jabar
According to the 2011 Census, Jabar village had a total population of 982 people, including 499 males and 483 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.75%, with male literacy at 67.92% and female literacy at 38.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 704.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 982 | 499 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 100 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 704 | 356 | 348 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 271 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 228 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Jabar
Jabar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jabar
Public transport in the Jabar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medninagar to Jabar is about 65.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jabar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jabar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jabar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jabar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jabar
Where is Jabar located?
Jabar village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jabar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jabar is Khairadohar.
What is the pincode of Jabar?
The pincode of Jabar is 822113.
What is the population of Jabar?
Jabar had a total population of 982, including 499 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Jabar?
Jabar had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jabar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jabar was 53.75%. Male literacy was 67.92% and female literacy was 38.67%.