Jhar
Jhar is a village located in Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sohela (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Jhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jhar unique in its vibrant Sohela-Bargarh region. You’ll see Jhar’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 Jhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhar is 380293. The village spans a total geographical area of 541 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768036. Padmapur is nearest town to Jhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Jhar
Population of Jhar
According to the 2011 Census, Jhar has a total population of about 2,376, with approximately 1,248 males and 1,128 females. The sex ratio is around 903 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 264 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 422 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 785. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.59%, with male literacy at about 75.88% and female literacy near 58.42%. There are around 644 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,376 | 1,248 | 1,128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 139 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 221 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 785 | 418 | 367 |
| Literate Population | 1,606 | 947 | 659 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 301 | 469 |
Connectivity of Jhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhar. As per the 2011 stats, Jhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Jhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhar
- Where is Jhar located?
- Jhar village is situated in Sohela Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhar?
- Jhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jhar?
- The pincode of Jhar is 768036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhar is 2,376, with 1,248 males and 1,128 females.
- How many households are there in Jhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhar village has a total of 644 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhar is 67.59%. The male literacy rate is 75.88%, while the female literacy rate is 58.42%.