Jhara
About Jhara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhara village is 426720. Jhara village is located in Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Gunupur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Penkam is the gram panchayat of Jhara village.
The total geographical area of village is 1370.85 hectares. Jhara has a total population of 981 peoples, out of which male population is 507 while female population is 474. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 934 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhara village is 46.69% out of which 55.62% males and 37.13% females are literate. There are about 242 houses in jhara village. Pincode of jhara village locality is 765023.
Gunupur is nearest town to jhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Jhara
The population details of Jhara cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 981 | 507 | 474 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 158 | 88 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 275 | 139 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 659 | 342 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 282 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 225 | 298 |
Connectivity of Jhara
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhara
Where is Jhara located?
Jhara village is situated in Gunupur Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhara is Penkam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhara?
The pincode of Jhara is 765023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhara is 981, with 507 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhara village has a total of 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhara is 46.69%. The male literacy rate is 55.62%, while the female literacy rate is 37.13%.