Jhara
About Jhara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhara village is 310874. Jhara village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 557.41 hectares. Jhara has a total population of 1,773 peoples, out of which male population is 904 while female population is 869. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 961 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhara village is 65.43% out of which 70.02% males and 60.64% females are literate. There are about 428 houses in jhara village. Pincode of jhara village locality is 733140.
Balurghat is nearest town to jhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Jhara
The population details of Jhara 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 | 1,773 | 904 | 869 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 207 | 104 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 456 | 227 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 633 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 271 | 342 |
Connectivity of Jhara
| 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 |
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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%.