Jharna - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Jharna is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Kusmaura Buzurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharna is 186584. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.62 hectares and falls under the 273016 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town.
Jharna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Jharna
As per Census 2011, Jharna village has a total population of 307 people, consisting of 151 males and 156 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 307 | 151 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 59 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 99 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 52 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Jharna
Jharna is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jharna
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jharna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Jharna is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jharna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jharna
Where is Jharna located?
Jharna village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharna?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharna is Kusmaura Buzurg.
What is the pincode of Jharna?
The pincode of Jharna is 273016.
What is the population of Jharna?
Jharna has a total population of 307, including 151 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Jharna?
There are 53 households in Jharna.
What is the literacy rate in Jharna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharna is 59.28%. Male literacy is 65.56% and female literacy is 53.21%.