Jharna
Jharna is a village located in Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Bansgaon (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Kusmaura Buzurg is the gram panchayat of Jharna village.
Here you can discover what makes Jharna unique in its vibrant Bansgaon-Gorakhpur 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 186584. The village spans a total geographical area of 59.62 hectares. Gorakhpur is nearest town to Jharna village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jharna
Population of Jharna
According to the 2011 Census, Jharna has a total population of about 307, with approximately 151 males and 156 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 128 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.28%, with male literacy at about 65.56% and female literacy near 53.21%. There are around 53 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 | 307 | 151 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 59 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 182 | 99 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 52 | 73 |
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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Bansgaon Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jharna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jharna is Kusmaura Buzurg (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Jharna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jharna is 307, with 151 males and 156 females.
- How many households are there in Jharna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jharna village has a total of 53 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jharna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharna is 59.28%. The male literacy rate is 65.56%, while the female literacy rate is 53.21%.