Jhargaon - Sonua, West Singhbhum
Jhargaon is a village situated in the Sonua subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from Sonuan and around 55 km from Chaibasa. Baljodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhargaon is 376948. The village covers a total geographical area of 330 hectares and falls under the 833105 pincode.
Jhargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhargaon
As per Census 2011, Jhargaon village has a total population of 1,355 people, consisting of 656 males and 699 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 765 literate and 590 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 588 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,355 | 656 | 699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 79 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 588 | 281 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 765 | 445 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 211 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Jhargaon
Jhargaon 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 Jhargaon
Public transport in the Jhargaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jhargaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Jhargaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhargaon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhargaon
Where is Jhargaon located?
Jhargaon village is located in Sonua Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhargaon is Baljodi.
What is the pincode of Jhargaon?
The pincode of Jhargaon is 833105.
What is the population of Jhargaon?
Jhargaon has a total population of 1,355, including 656 males and 699 females.
How many households are there in Jhargaon?
There are 320 households in Jhargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jhargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhargaon is 56.46%. Male literacy is 67.84% and female literacy is 45.78%.