Jhauguri
Jhauguri is a village located in Matigara subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kadamtala. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Jhauguri village. As per 2009 stats, Patharghata is the gram panchayat of Jhauguri village.
Jhauguri has its own place in the vibrant Darjiling 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 Jhauguri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhauguri is 306505. The village spans a total geographical area of 88.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734009. Siliguri is nearest town to Jhauguri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhauguri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Matigara-naxalbari Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Darjeeling Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Jhauguri
Below is a concise population overview of Jhauguri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 767 | 365 | 402 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 43 | 64 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 91 | 103 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 136 | 148 |
Literate Population | 410 | 223 | 187 |
Illiterate Population | 357 | 142 | 215 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhauguri village:
- The total population of Jhauguri village is around 767, including approximately 365 males and 402 females, with a sex ratio of 1101 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 107 children aged 0–6 years in Jhauguri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhauguri village has 194 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 284 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhauguri village is about 53.46%, with male literacy at 61.10% and female literacy at 46.52%.
- There are around 155 households in Jhauguri village.
Connectivity of Jhauguri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhauguri. As per the 2011 stats, Jhauguri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Jhauguri
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhauguri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhauguri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhauguri
- Where is Jhauguri located?
- Jhauguri village is situated in Matigara Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhauguri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhauguri is Patharghata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhauguri?
- The pincode of Jhauguri is 734009, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhauguri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhauguri is 767, with 365 males and 402 females.
- How many households are there in Jhauguri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhauguri village has a total of 155 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhauguri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhauguri is 53.46%. The male literacy rate is 61.10%, while the female literacy rate is 46.52%.