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
According to the 2011 Census, Jhardag village had a total population of 389 people, including 203 males and 186 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.43%, with male literacy at 70.22% and female literacy at 45.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 242.
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 | 389 | 203 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 126 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 389, including 203 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Jhardag?
Jhardag had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhardag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhardag was 58.43%. Male literacy was 70.22% and female literacy was 45.78%.