Jarha Dih - Niwas, Mandla
Jarha Dih is a village situated in the Niwas tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwas and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Malthar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jarha Dih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarha Dih is 492491. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.01 hectares and falls under the 481885 pincode. Niwas is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jarha Dih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jarha Dih
According to the 2011 Census, Jarha Dih village had a total population of 264 people, including 129 males and 135 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.15%, with male literacy at 55.14% and female literacy at 41.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 264.
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 | 264 | 129 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 129 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 59 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 70 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Jarha Dih
Jarha Dih 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 Jarha Dih
Jarha Dih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Niwas to Jarha Dih is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Jarha Dih is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarha Dih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarha Dih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jarha Dih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarha Dih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jarha Dih
Where is Jarha Dih located?
Jarha Dih village is located in Niwas Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jarha Dih?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarha Dih is Malthar.
What is the pincode of Jarha Dih?
The pincode of Jarha Dih is 481885.
What is the population of Jarha Dih?
Jarha Dih had a total population of 264, including 129 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Jarha Dih?
Jarha Dih had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarha Dih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarha Dih was 48.15%. Male literacy was 55.14% and female literacy was 41.28%.