Jharia - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Jharia is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Kuliana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharia is 340470. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.06 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Jharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nayagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jharia
As per Census 2011, Jharia village has a total population of 537 people, consisting of 269 males and 268 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 350 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 234 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 537 | 269 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 67 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 115 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 202 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 67 | 120 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Jharia is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jharia
Where is Jharia located?
Jharia village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharia is Kuliana.
What is the pincode of Jharia?
The pincode of Jharia is 721506.
What is the population of Jharia?
Jharia has a total population of 537, including 269 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Jharia?
There are 130 households in Jharia.
What is the literacy rate in Jharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharia is 65.18%. Male literacy is 75.09% and female literacy is 55.22%.