Jhardag - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Jhardag is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Medninagar. Bisunpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhardag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhardag is 365571. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Jhardag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhardag
As per Census 2011, Jhardag village has a total population of 389 people, consisting of 203 males and 186 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 201 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhardag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 389 | 203 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 126 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 125 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 78 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Jhardag
Jhardag 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 Jhardag
Jhardag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 >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 Jhardag is about 66 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 Jhardag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhardag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhardag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhardag 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhardag
Where is Jhardag located?
Jhardag village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhardag?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhardag is Bisunpur.
What is the pincode of Jhardag?
The pincode of Jhardag is 822113.
What is the population of Jhardag?
Jhardag has a total population of 389, including 203 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Jhardag?
There are 73 households in Jhardag.
What is the literacy rate in Jhardag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhardag is 51.67%. Male literacy is 61.58% and female literacy is 40.86%.