Jharia - Goghat - II, Hooghly
Jharia is a village situated in the Goghat - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.7 km from Goghat and around 97.8 km from Chinsura. Paschimpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharia is 324205. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.43 hectares and falls under the 712122 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Jharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jharia
As per Census 2011, Jharia village has a total population of 947 people, consisting of 506 males and 441 females. The village has 227 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 759 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 947 | 506 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 47 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 759 | 427 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 79 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Jharia
Jharia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jharia
Jharia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Jharia is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Jharia is about 97.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jharia
Where is Jharia located?
Jharia village is located in Goghat - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharia is Paschimpara.
What is the pincode of Jharia?
The pincode of Jharia is 712122.
What is the population of Jharia?
Jharia has a total population of 947, including 506 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Jharia?
There are 227 households in Jharia.
What is the literacy rate in Jharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharia is 80.15%. Male literacy is 84.39% and female literacy is 75.28%.