Jherli - Pilani, Jhunjhunu
Jherli is a village situated in the Pilani tehsil of Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from Chirawa and around 50 km from Jhunjhunun. Jherli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jherli is 071147. The village covers a total geographical area of 899.02 hectares and falls under the 333031 pincode. Pilani is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jherli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pilani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jherli
As per Census 2011, Jherli village has a total population of 3,597 people, consisting of 1,825 males and 1,772 females. The village has 689 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 442 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,373 literate and 1,224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jherli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,597 | 1,825 | 1,772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 442 | 235 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,310 | 692 | 618 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 2,373 | 1,403 | 970 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,224 | 422 | 802 |
Nearby Villages of Jherli
Jherli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garinda | West | 2.51 km |
| Dhandhar | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Thirpali Bari | North | 2.89 km |
| Ghumansar Kalan | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Deengli | West | 4.12 km |
| Rayla | North-East | 4.75 km |
| Kherla | South-East | 5.08 km |
| Chainpura | South | 5.26 km |
| Thimau Bari | West | 5.37 km |
| Thirpali Chhoti | North | 5.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jherli
Jherli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chirawa, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pilani to Jherli is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhunjhunun to Jherli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jherli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jherli 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 Jherli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jherli 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jherli
Where is Jherli located?
Jherli village is located in Pilani Tehsil, Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jherli?
Jherli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jherli?
The pincode of Jherli is 333031.
What is the population of Jherli?
Jherli has a total population of 3,597, including 1,825 males and 1,772 females.
How many households are there in Jherli?
There are 689 households in Jherli.
What is the literacy rate in Jherli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jherli is 65.97%. Male literacy is 76.88% and female literacy is 54.74%.