Jharia

Jharia is a village located in Barabazar subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.9km away from sub-district headquarter Barabazar (tehsildar office) and 28.9km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Dhelatbamu is the gram panchayat of Jharia village.

Jharia has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Jharia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jharia is 331803. The village spans a total geographical area of 253.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723127. Purulia is nearest town to Jharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Jharia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,121 572 549
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 173 88 85
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 128 67 61
Literate Population 629 413 216
Illiterate Population 492 159 333

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

  • The total population of Jharia village is around 1,121, including approximately 572 males and 549 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 173 children aged 0–6 years in Jharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jharia village has 128 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jharia village is about 56.11%, with male literacy at 72.20% and female literacy at 39.34%.
  • There are around 203 households in Jharia village.

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 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.

Garadih Raidih Gosaidih Dhelatbamu Lagadih Shulungjuri Siarketya Matilaldih Rangamatia Bhabanipur Sukurhutu

Frequently Asked Questions about Jharia

Where is Jharia located?
Jharia village is situated in Barabazar Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharia is Dhelatbamu (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 723127, 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 1,121, with 572 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Jharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jharia village has a total of 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharia is 56.11%. The male literacy rate is 72.20%, while the female literacy rate is 39.34%.