Jarkan
Jarkan is a village located in Gobindpur subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindpur (rajnagar) (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Seraikela-kharsawan. As per 2009 stats, Gamharia is the gram panchayat of Jarkan village.
Jarkan has its own place in the vibrant Saraikela Kharsawan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jarkan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jarkan is 379543. The village spans a total geographical area of 241 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832113. Gobindpur is nearest town to Jarkan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jarkan 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 Saraikella Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jarkan
Population of Jarkan
Below is a concise population overview of Jarkan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 638 | 289 | 349 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 45 | 52 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 615 | 279 | 336 |
Literate Population | 204 | 121 | 83 |
Illiterate Population | 434 | 168 | 266 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jarkan village:
- The total population of Jarkan village is around 638, including approximately 289 males and 349 females, with a sex ratio of 1207 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Jarkan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jarkan village has 615 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jarkan village is about 31.97%, with male literacy at 41.87% and female literacy at 23.78%.
- There are around 100 households in Jarkan village.
Connectivity of Jarkan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jarkan. As per the 2011 stats, Jarkan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jarkan
Knowing the nearby villages of Jarkan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jarkan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jarkan
- Where is Jarkan located?
- Jarkan village is situated in Gobindpur Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jarkan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jarkan is Gamharia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jarkan?
- The pincode of Jarkan is 832113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jarkan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jarkan is 638, with 289 males and 349 females.
- How many households are there in Jarkan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jarkan village has a total of 100 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jarkan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jarkan is 31.97%. The male literacy rate is 41.87%, while the female literacy rate is 23.78%.