Jara
Jara is a village located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Salbani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Garhmal is the gram panchayat of Jara village.
Here you can discover what makes Jara unique in its vibrant Salbani-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Jara’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 Jara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jara is 338883. The village spans a total geographical area of 94.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721516. Midnapur is nearest town to Jara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
As per 2019 stats, Jara village comes under Medinipur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Jara
Population of Jara
According to the 2011 Census, Jara has a total population of about 634, with approximately 330 males and 304 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 69 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 452. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.04%, with male literacy at about 70.91% and female literacy near 56.58%. There are around 126 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 634 | 330 | 304 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 452 | 230 | 222 |
Literate Population | 406 | 234 | 172 |
Illiterate Population | 228 | 96 | 132 |
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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 Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jara is Garhmal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jara?
- The pincode of Jara is 721516, 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 634, with 330 males and 304 females.
- How many households are there in Jara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jara village has a total of 126 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jara is 64.04%. The male literacy rate is 70.91%, while the female literacy rate is 56.58%.