Jarga - Baseri, Dholpur
Jarga is a village situated in the Baseri tehsil of Dholpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 9 km from Baseri and around 59 km from Dhaulpur. Jarga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarga is 075370. The village covers a total geographical area of 1065 hectares and falls under the 328022 pincode. Bharatpur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Jarga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baseri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarga
As per Census 2011, Jarga village has a total population of 4,618 people, consisting of 2,509 males and 2,109 females. The village has 832 households and a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males. There are 750 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,855 literate and 1,763 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jarga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,618 | 2,509 | 2,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 750 | 412 | 338 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,109 | 593 | 516 |
| Literate Population | 2,855 | 1,827 | 1,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,763 | 682 | 1,081 |
Nearby Villages of Jarga
Jarga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akpura | East | 1.69 km |
| Pali | North | 2.08 km |
| Tuniyapura | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Khailpur | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Siholi | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Hingota | South | 2.67 km |
| Bagthar | West | 2.72 km |
| Alinagar | East | 3.33 km |
| Kuiya | East | 3.44 km |
| Atarsooma | South-East | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jarga
Jarga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagthar, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bharatpur to Jarga is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhaulpur to Jarga is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jarga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jarga
Where is Jarga located?
Jarga village is located in Baseri Tehsil, Dholpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarga?
Jarga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jarga?
The pincode of Jarga is 328022.
What is the population of Jarga?
Jarga has a total population of 4,618, including 2,509 males and 2,109 females.
How many households are there in Jarga?
There are 832 households in Jarga.
What is the literacy rate in Jarga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarga is 61.82%. Male literacy is 72.82% and female literacy is 48.74%.