Jhargaon
Jhargaon is a village located in Rengali tehsil of Jharsuguda district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Rengali (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Jharsuguda. As per 2009 stats, Kanaktora is the gram panchayat of Jhargaon village.
Jhargaon has its own place in the vibrant Jharsuguda 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 Jhargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhargaon is 380951. The village spans a total geographical area of 412 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768226. Belpahar is nearest town to Jhargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhargaon 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 Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bargarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Jhargaon
Below is a concise population overview of Jhargaon 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 | 594 | 297 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 79 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 228 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 69 | 107 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhargaon village:
- The total population of Jhargaon village is around 594, including approximately 297 males and 297 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Jhargaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhargaon village has 68 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 166 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhargaon village is about 70.37%, with male literacy at 76.77% and female literacy at 63.97%.
- There are around 134 households in Jhargaon village.
Connectivity of Jhargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Jhargaon 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhargaon
- Where is Jhargaon located?
- Jhargaon village is situated in Rengali Tehsil, within the Jharsuguda district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhargaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhargaon is Kanaktora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhargaon?
- The pincode of Jhargaon is 768226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhargaon is 594, with 297 males and 297 females.
- How many households are there in Jhargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhargaon village has a total of 134 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhargaon is 70.37%. The male literacy rate is 76.77%, while the female literacy rate is 63.97%.