Jhara
Jhara is a village located in Deosar tehsil of Singrauli district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Deosar (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Singrauli. As per 2009 stats, Jhara village is also a gram panchayat.
Jhara has its own place in the vibrant Singrauli 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 Jhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhara is 503795. The village spans a total geographical area of 1732.28 hectares. Singrauli is nearest town to Jhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhara 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 Dhauhani Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sidhi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jhara
Population of Jhara
Below is a concise population overview of Jhara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,709 | 1,844 | 1,865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 579 | 303 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 142 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,677 | 805 | 872 |
| Literate Population | 1,902 | 1,121 | 781 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,807 | 723 | 1,084 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhara village:
- The total population of Jhara village is around 3,709, including approximately 1,844 males and 1,865 females, with a sex ratio of 1011 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 579 children aged 0–6 years in Jhara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhara village has 275 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,677 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhara village is about 51.28%, with male literacy at 60.79% and female literacy at 41.88%.
- There are around 896 households in Jhara village.
Connectivity of Jhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhara. As per the 2011 stats, Jhara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Jhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhara
- Where is Jhara located?
- Jhara village is situated in Deosar Tehsil, within the Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhara?
- Jhara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhara is 3,709, with 1,844 males and 1,865 females.
- How many households are there in Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhara village has a total of 896 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhara is 51.28%. The male literacy rate is 60.79%, while the female literacy rate is 41.88%.