Jharna
Jharna is a village located in Sikrai tehsil of Dausa district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sikrai (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Dausa. As per 2009 stats, Gangadwari is the gram panchayat of Jharna village.
Here you can discover what makes Jharna unique in its vibrant Sikrai-Dausa region. You’ll see Jharna’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 Jharna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jharna is 078362. The village spans a total geographical area of 394.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 303504. Bandikui is nearest town to Jharna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jharna 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 Sikrai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dausa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jharna
Population of Jharna
According to the 2011 Census, Jharna has a total population of about 2,240, with approximately 1,142 males and 1,098 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 432 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,378 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 19. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.01%, with male literacy at about 60.60% and female literacy near 32.88%. There are around 424 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jharna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,240 | 1,142 | 1,098 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 229 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,378 | 692 | 686 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,053 | 692 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,187 | 450 | 737 |
Connectivity of Jharna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jharna. As per the 2011 stats, Jharna 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 Jharna
Knowing the nearby villages of Jharna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jharna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jharna
- Where is Jharna located?
- Jharna village is situated in Sikrai Tehsil, within the Dausa district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jharna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jharna is Gangadwari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jharna?
- The pincode of Jharna is 303504, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jharna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jharna is 2,240, with 1,142 males and 1,098 females.
- How many households are there in Jharna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jharna village has a total of 424 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jharna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharna is 47.01%. The male literacy rate is 60.60%, while the female literacy rate is 32.88%.