Jharpa
Jharpa is a village located in Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 75km away from sub-district headquarter Chohtan (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Barmer. As per 2009 stats, Jharpa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jharpa unique in its vibrant Chohtan-Barmer region. You’ll see Jharpa’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 Jharpa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jharpa is 089014. The village spans a total geographical area of 3338.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 344706. Barmer is nearest town to Jharpa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 125km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jharpa 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 Chohtan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barmer Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jharpa
Population of Jharpa
According to the 2011 Census, Jharpa has a total population of about 2,217, with approximately 1,170 males and 1,047 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 445 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 307. The overall literacy rate is approximately 25.71%, with male literacy at about 36.41% and female literacy near 13.75%. There are around 443 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jharpa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,217 | 1,170 | 1,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 445 | 229 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 307 | 154 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 426 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,647 | 744 | 903 |
Connectivity of Jharpa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jharpa. As per the 2011 stats, Jharpa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jharpa
Knowing the nearby villages of Jharpa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jharpa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jharpa
- Where is Jharpa located?
- Jharpa village is situated in Chohtan Tehsil, within the Barmer district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jharpa?
- Jharpa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jharpa?
- The pincode of Jharpa is 344706, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jharpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jharpa is 2,217, with 1,170 males and 1,047 females.
- How many households are there in Jharpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jharpa village has a total of 443 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jharpa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharpa is 25.71%. The male literacy rate is 36.41%, while the female literacy rate is 13.75%.