Jharota - Atru, Baran
Jharota is a village situated in the Atru tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atru and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Kanotiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharota is 102906. The village covers a total geographical area of 902 hectares and falls under the 325223 pincode. Baran is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Jharota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baran-atru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jharota
As per Census 2011, Jharota village has a total population of 836 people, consisting of 441 males and 395 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 496 literate and 340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 836 | 441 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 311 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 130 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Jharota
Jharota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narayanpura | South | 1.83 km |
| Bhoju Kheri | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Dhumen | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Kanotiya | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Nohalya | North | 3.80 km |
| Karadiya Gulji | East | 4.16 km |
| Katawar | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Baldeopura | East | 4.54 km |
| Khanpurya | North-East | 4.56 km |
| Bichhalas | East | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jharota
Jharota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Atru, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baran to Jharota is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jharota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jharota
Where is Jharota located?
Jharota village is located in Atru Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharota?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharota is Kanotiya.
What is the pincode of Jharota?
The pincode of Jharota is 325223.
What is the population of Jharota?
Jharota has a total population of 836, including 441 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Jharota?
There are 158 households in Jharota.
What is the literacy rate in Jharota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharota is 59.33%. Male literacy is 70.52% and female literacy is 46.84%.