Jhargaon
Jhargaon is a village located in Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Lephripara (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Badbanga is the gram panchayat of Jhargaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Jhargaon unique in its vibrant Lephripara-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Jhargaon’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 Jhargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhargaon is 383731. The village spans a total geographical area of 374 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770072. Sundargarh is nearest town to Jhargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
As per 2019 stats, Jhargaon village comes under Sundargarh assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Jhargaon
Population of Jhargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jhargaon has a total population of about 966, with approximately 438 males and 528 females. The sex ratio is around 1205 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 198 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 387. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.60%, with male literacy at about 73.74% and female literacy near 67.99%. There are around 216 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhargaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 | 438 | 528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 97 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 146 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 682 | 323 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 115 | 169 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 Lephripara Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhargaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhargaon is Badbanga (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 770072, 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 966, with 438 males and 528 females.
- How many households are there in Jhargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhargaon village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhargaon is 70.60%. The male literacy rate is 73.74%, while the female literacy rate is 67.99%.