Jara

Jara is a village located in Chandrakona I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.7km away from sub-district headquarter Chandrakona . Midnapur is the district headquarter of Jara village. As per 2009 stats, Jara village is also a gram panchayat.

Jara has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Jara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jara is 337416. The village spans a total geographical area of 854.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721232. Khirpai is nearest town to Jara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Jara

Below is a concise population overview of Jara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,569 3,351 3,218
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 631 337 294
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,434 1,245 1,189
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 430 219 211
Literate Population 4,959 2,661 2,298
Illiterate Population 1,610 690 920

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jara village:

  • The total population of Jara village is around 6,569, including approximately 3,351 males and 3,218 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 631 children aged 0–6 years in Jara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jara village has 2,434 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 430 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jara village is about 75.49%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 71.41%.
  • There are around 1,550 households in Jara village.

Connectivity of Jara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jara. As per the 2011 stats, Jara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Jara

Knowing the nearby villages of Jara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Jara

Where is Jara located?
Jara village is situated in Chandrakona I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jara?
Jara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jara?
The pincode of Jara is 721232, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jara is 6,569, with 3,351 males and 3,218 females.
How many households are there in Jara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jara village has a total of 1,550 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jara is 75.49%. The male literacy rate is 79.41%, while the female literacy rate is 71.41%.