Jharka

Jharka is a village located in Kotkasim tehsil of Alwar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kotkasim (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Alwar. As per 2009 stats, Pataliya is the gram panchayat of Jharka village.

Here you can discover what makes Jharka unique in its vibrant Kotkasim-Alwar region. You’ll see Jharka’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 Jharka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jharka is 072192. The village spans a total geographical area of 348.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 301403. Khairthal is nearest town to Jharka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Jharka 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 Kishangarh bas Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Alwar 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 Jharka

According to the 2011 Census, Jharka has a total population of about 1,758, with approximately 911 males and 847 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 235 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 266 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.32%, with male literacy at about 79.03% and female literacy near 56.79%. There are around 319 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jharka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,758 911 847
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 235 128 107
Scheduled Castes (SC) 266 133 133
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,201 720 481
Illiterate Population 557 191 366

Connectivity of Jharka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jharka. As per the 2011 stats, Jharka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jharka

Knowing the nearby villages of Jharka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jharka.

Frequently Asked Questions about Jharka

Where is Jharka located?
Jharka village is situated in Kotkasim Tehsil, within the Alwar district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharka is Pataliya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jharka?
The pincode of Jharka is 301403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jharka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jharka is 1,758, with 911 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Jharka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jharka village has a total of 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jharka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharka is 68.32%. The male literacy rate is 79.03%, while the female literacy rate is 56.79%.