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.
Jharpa has its own place in the vibrant Barmer region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Jharpa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jharpa village:
- The total population of Jharpa village is around 2,217, including approximately 1,170 males and 1,047 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 445 children aged 0–6 years in Jharpa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jharpa village has 307 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jharpa village is about 25.71%, with male literacy at 36.41% and female literacy at 13.75%.
- There are around 443 households in Jharpa village.
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%.