Jhiriya
About Jhiriya
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhiriya village is 498346. Jhiriya village is located in Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Paraswada (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Jhiriya village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 616.09 hectares. Jhiriya has a total population of 768 peoples, out of which male population is 382 while female population is 386. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1010 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhiriya village is 67.32% out of which 75.39% males and 59.33% females are literate. There are about 190 houses in jhiriya village.
When it comes to administration, Jhiriya village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jhiriya village comes under Paraswada Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency. Baihar is nearest town to jhiriya village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Jhiriya
The population details of Jhiriya cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 768 | 382 | 386 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 194 | 97 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 288 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 94 | 157 |
Connectivity of Jhiriya
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhiriya
Where is Jhiriya located?
Jhiriya village is situated in Paraswada Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhiriya?
Jhiriya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Jhiriya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhiriya is 768, with 382 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Jhiriya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhiriya village has a total of 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhiriya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhiriya is 67.32%. The male literacy rate is 75.39%, while the female literacy rate is 59.33%.