Jharo Kala - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Jharo Kala is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Jharo Kala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharo Kala is 214222. The village covers a total geographical area of 365.91 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jharo Kala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jharo Kala
As per Census 2011, Jharo Kala village has a total population of 2,470 people, consisting of 1,284 males and 1,186 females. The village has 443 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 488 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,132 literate and 1,338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 605 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,423 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharo Kala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,470 | 1,284 | 1,186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 488 | 260 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 605 | 315 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,423 | 744 | 679 |
| Literate Population | 1,132 | 713 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,338 | 571 | 767 |
Nearby Villages of Jharo Kala
Jharo Kala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majhouli | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Karamdand | South | 2.36 km |
| Katolli | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Jharo Khurd | East | 2.71 km |
| Kataudhi | West | 3.18 km |
| Manabasa | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Kadal | North-East | 3.72 km |
| Govindpur | West | 4.97 km |
| Dumhan | North-East | 4.98 km |
| Gulal Jhariya | South-East | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jharo Kala
Jharo Kala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Jharo Kala is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Jharo Kala is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharo Kala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharo Kala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jharo Kala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharo Kala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jharo Kala
Where is Jharo Kala located?
Jharo Kala village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharo Kala?
Jharo Kala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jharo Kala?
The pincode of Jharo Kala is 231208.
What is the population of Jharo Kala?
Jharo Kala has a total population of 2,470, including 1,284 males and 1,186 females.
How many households are there in Jharo Kala?
There are 443 households in Jharo Kala.
What is the literacy rate in Jharo Kala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharo Kala is 45.83%. Male literacy is 55.53% and female literacy is 35.33%.