Jharia
Jharia is a village located in Kharagpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jharia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kaliara Ii is the gram panchayat of Jharia village.
Here you can discover what makes Jharia unique in its vibrant Kharagpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Jharia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jharia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jharia is 341919. The village spans a total geographical area of 45.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721301. Medinipur is nearest town to Jharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Jharia
Population of Jharia
According to the 2011 Census, Jharia has a total population of about 193, with approximately 98 males and 95 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 16 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 87.05%, with male literacy at about 91.84% and female literacy near 82.11%. There are around 40 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jharia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 193 | 98 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 168 | 90 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 8 | 17 |
Connectivity of Jharia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jharia. As per the 2011 stats, Jharia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jharia
Knowing the nearby villages of Jharia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jharia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jharia
- Where is Jharia located?
- Jharia village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jharia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jharia is Kaliara Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jharia?
- The pincode of Jharia is 721301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jharia is 193, with 98 males and 95 females.
- How many households are there in Jharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jharia village has a total of 40 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jharia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharia is 87.05%. The male literacy rate is 91.84%, while the female literacy rate is 82.11%.