Jharela
Jharela is a village located in Badwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. Katni and Badwara are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jharela village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Jharela village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jharela unique in its vibrant Badwara-Katni region. You’ll see Jharela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jharela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jharela is 488401. The village spans a total geographical area of 763.1 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Jharela village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jharela 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 Barwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jharela
Population of Jharela
According to the 2011 Census, Jharela has a total population of about 1,755, with approximately 886 males and 869 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 272 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 224 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 716. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.29%, with male literacy at about 67.49% and female literacy near 48.91%. There are around 416 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jharela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,755 | 886 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 134 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 119 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 716 | 357 | 359 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 598 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 732 | 288 | 444 |
Connectivity of Jharela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jharela. As per the 2011 stats, Jharela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jharela
Knowing the nearby villages of Jharela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jharela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jharela
- Where is Jharela located?
- Jharela village is situated in Badwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jharela?
- Jharela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Jharela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jharela is 1,755, with 886 males and 869 females.
- How many households are there in Jharela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jharela village has a total of 416 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jharela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharela is 58.29%. The male literacy rate is 67.49%, while the female literacy rate is 48.91%.