Jharo Khurd - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Jharo Khurd is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Jharo Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharo Khurd is 214225. The village covers a total geographical area of 908.57 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jharo Khurd 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 Khurd
As per Census 2011, Jharo Khurd village has a total population of 3,056 people, consisting of 1,556 males and 1,500 females. The village has 583 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 553 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,545 literate and 1,511 illiterate residents. Additionally, 517 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,635 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharo Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,056 | 1,556 | 1,500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 553 | 279 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 517 | 259 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,635 | 839 | 796 |
| Literate Population | 1,545 | 939 | 606 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,511 | 617 | 894 |
Nearby Villages of Jharo Khurd
Jharo Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gulal Jhariya | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Jharo Kala | West | 2.71 km |
| Kadal | North | 2.86 km |
| Majhouli | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Karamdand | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Karri | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Dumhan | North | 3.94 km |
| Dumar Diha | East | 4.36 km |
| Katolli | North-West | 5.07 km |
| Manabasa | South-West | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jharo Khurd
Jharo Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Jharo Khurd is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Jharo Khurd is about 85 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 Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharo Khurd 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 Jharo Khurd
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 Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jharo Khurd
Where is Jharo Khurd located?
Jharo Khurd village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharo Khurd?
Jharo Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jharo Khurd?
The pincode of Jharo Khurd is 231208.
What is the population of Jharo Khurd?
Jharo Khurd has a total population of 3,056, including 1,556 males and 1,500 females.
How many households are there in Jharo Khurd?
There are 583 households in Jharo Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Jharo Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharo Khurd is 50.56%. Male literacy is 60.35% and female literacy is 40.40%.