Jharia

Jharia is a village located in Khatra subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.5km away from sub-district headquarter Khatra. Bankura is the district headquarter of Jharia village. As per 2009 stats, Dahala is the gram panchayat of Jharia village.

Jharia has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jharia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jharia is 329093. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722140. Khatra is nearest town to Jharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Jharia

Below is a concise population overview of Jharia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 742 369 373
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 104 54 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) 179 96 83
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 107 50 57
Literate Population 460 276 184
Illiterate Population 282 93 189

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jharia village:

  • The total population of Jharia village is around 742, including approximately 369 males and 373 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 104 children aged 0–6 years in Jharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jharia village has 179 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 107 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jharia village is about 61.99%, with male literacy at 74.80% and female literacy at 49.33%.
  • There are around 157 households in Jharia village.

Connectivity of Jharia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jharia. As per the 2011 stats, Jharia 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jharia

Knowing the nearby villages of Jharia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jharia.

Frequently Asked Questions about Jharia

Where is Jharia located?
Jharia village is situated in Khatra Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharia is Dahala (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 722140, 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 742, with 369 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Jharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jharia village has a total of 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharia is 61.99%. The male literacy rate is 74.80%, while the female literacy rate is 49.33%.