Jharia
About Jharia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jharia village is 326849. Jharia village is located in Indpur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Indpur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Jharia village. As per 2009 stats, Brajarajpur is the gram panchayat of Jharia village.
The total geographical area of village is 167.39 hectares. Jharia has a total population of 662 peoples, out of which male population is 334 while female population is 328. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 982 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jharia village is 64.50% out of which 75.15% males and 53.66% females are literate. There are about 136 houses in jharia village. Pincode of jharia village locality is 722121.
When it comes to administration, Jharia village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jharia village comes under Taldangra Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bankura Lok Sabha constituency. Bankura is nearest town to jharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
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Population of Jharia
The population details of Jharia cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 662 | 334 | 328 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 227 | 112 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 427 | 251 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 83 | 152 |
Connectivity of Jharia
| 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 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jharia
Where is Jharia located?
Jharia village is situated in Indpur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharia is Brajarajpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jharia?
The pincode of Jharia is 722121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jharia is 662, with 334 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Jharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jharia village has a total of 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharia is 64.50%. The male literacy rate is 75.15%, while the female literacy rate is 53.66%.