Jarcha - Dadri, Gautam Buddha Nagar
Jarcha is a village situated in the Dadri tehsil of Gautam Buddha Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadri and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Gautam Buddha Nagar. Jarcha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarcha is 120195. The village covers a total geographical area of 1221.2 hectares and falls under the 203207 pincode. Dadri is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Jarcha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gautam Buddha Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarcha
As per Census 2011, Jarcha village has a total population of 9,548 people, consisting of 5,067 males and 4,481 females. The village has 1,583 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,696 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,526 literate and 5,022 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,543 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jarcha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,548 | 5,067 | 4,481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,696 | 913 | 783 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,543 | 1,356 | 1,187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,526 | 2,771 | 1,755 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,022 | 2,296 | 2,726 |
Nearby Villages of Jarcha
Jarcha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aurangabad | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Nagla Chhajju | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Gulaothi Khurd | West | 2.29 km |
| Lalpur | North | 2.68 km |
| Samana | East | 2.88 km |
| Shaulana | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Kamaruddin Nagar | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Uplarasi | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Noorpur | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Kalonda | South-East | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jarcha
Jarcha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Boraki, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dadri to Jarcha is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gautam Buddha Nagar to Jarcha is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarcha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarcha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jarcha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarcha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jarcha
Where is Jarcha located?
Jarcha village is located in Dadri Tehsil, Gautam Buddha Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarcha?
Jarcha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jarcha?
The pincode of Jarcha is 203207.
What is the population of Jarcha?
Jarcha has a total population of 9,548, including 5,067 males and 4,481 females.
How many households are there in Jarcha?
There are 1,583 households in Jarcha.
What is the literacy rate in Jarcha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarcha is 47.40%. Male literacy is 54.69% and female literacy is 39.17%.