Jhara
Jhara is a village located in Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.1km away from sub-district headquarter Kumarganj (tehsildar office) and 27.6km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Bhour is the gram panchayat of Jhara village.
Here you can discover what makes Jhara unique in its vibrant Kumarganj-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Jhara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhara is 310874. The village spans a total geographical area of 557.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733140. Balurghat is nearest town to Jhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Jhara
Population of Jhara
According to the 2011 Census, Jhara has a total population of about 1,773, with approximately 904 males and 869 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 207 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 456. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.43%, with male literacy at about 70.02% and female literacy near 60.64%. There are around 428 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,773 | 904 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 104 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 456 | 227 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 633 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 271 | 342 |
Connectivity of Jhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhara. As per the 2011 stats, Jhara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhara
- Where is Jhara located?
- Jhara village is situated in Kumarganj Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhara is Bhour (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhara?
- The pincode of Jhara is 733140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhara is 1,773, with 904 males and 869 females.
- How many households are there in Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhara village has a total of 428 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhara is 65.43%. The male literacy rate is 70.02%, while the female literacy rate is 60.64%.