Jharera - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Jharera is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Jharera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharera is 031340. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 146108 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Jharera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jharera
According to the 2011 Census, Jharera village had a total population of 926 people, including 451 males and 475 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.32%, with male literacy at 93.78% and female literacy at 85.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 926 | 451 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 65 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 362 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 89 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Jharera
Jharera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kartoli | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Dharampur | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Dherian | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Alera | North | 2.83 km |
| Nangal Khangauran | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Sikri Urf Ramgarh | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Bhol Bad Manian | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Batwara | North | 4.22 km |
| Mangu Mera | North | 4.43 km |
| Chatter Pur | West | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jharera
Jharera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amb Andora, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Jharera is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jharera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jharera
Where is Jharera located?
Jharera village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharera?
Jharera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jharera?
The pincode of Jharera is 146108.
What is the population of Jharera?
Jharera had a total population of 926, including 451 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Jharera?
Jharera had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jharera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharera was 89.32%. Male literacy was 93.78% and female literacy was 85.20%.