Jiara

Jiara is a village located in Raghunathpur I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.1km away from sub-district headquarter Raghunathpur (tehsildar office) and 79.2km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Sanka is the gram panchayat of Jiara village.

Jiara 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 Jiara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jiara is 330318. The village spans a total geographical area of 119.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723121. Adra is nearest town to Jiara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Jiara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,635 815 820
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 197 106 91
Scheduled Castes (SC) 959 466 493
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 947 560 387
Illiterate Population 688 255 433

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

  • The total population of Jiara village is around 1,635, including approximately 815 males and 820 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 197 children aged 0–6 years in Jiara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jiara village has 959 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jiara village is about 57.92%, with male literacy at 68.71% and female literacy at 47.20%.
  • There are around 310 households in Jiara village.

Connectivity of Jiara

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

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

Nearby Villages of Jiara

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

Khajura Digtila Chinpina Bara Radi Nanduara Matihir Alias Manipur Haroka Dubradi Jayramdi Unanshila Narator

Frequently Asked Questions about Jiara

Where is Jiara located?
Jiara village is situated in Raghunathpur I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jiara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jiara is Sanka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jiara?
The pincode of Jiara is 723121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jiara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jiara is 1,635, with 815 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Jiara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jiara village has a total of 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jiara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jiara is 57.92%. The male literacy rate is 68.71%, while the female literacy rate is 47.20%.