Jharia
Jharia is a village located in Midnapore subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Midnapore are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jharia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dherua is the gram panchayat of Jharia village.
Here you can discover what makes Jharia unique in its vibrant Midnapore-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 339253. The village spans a total geographical area of 249.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721517. Midnapur is nearest town to Jharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Jharia village comes under Medinipur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Jharia
Population of Jharia
According to the 2011 Census, Jharia has a total population of about 502, with approximately 253 males and 249 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 168. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.00%, with male literacy at about 61.66% and female literacy near 40.16%. There are around 115 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 | 502 | 253 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 25 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 83 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 156 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 97 | 149 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ 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 Midnapore Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jharia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jharia is Dherua (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 721517, 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 502, with 253 males and 249 females.
- How many households are there in Jharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jharia village has a total of 115 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jharia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharia is 51.00%. The male literacy rate is 61.66%, while the female literacy rate is 40.16%.