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.
Here you can discover what makes Jiara unique in its vibrant Raghunathpur I-Puruliya region. You’ll see Jiara’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 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.
Google Map of Jiara
Population of Jiara
According to the 2011 Census, Jiara has a total population of about 1,635, with approximately 815 males and 820 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 197 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 959 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.92%, with male literacy at about 68.71% and female literacy near 47.20%. There are around 310 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jiara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.