Where is Jafra village located?
Jafra is in Ben Block of Nalanda district in Bihar, India.
Indian Village Directory
Jafra Village
Jafra is an inhabited village in Ben Block of Nalanda district, Bihar. Its Census village code is 244991, the Census 2011 record lists 1,880 people in 350 households and the reported area is 210 hectares. The local references include Arawan Gram Panchayat, Ben CD Block and the nearest town reference is Biharsharif at about 20 km.
Jafra is a village in Ben Block, Nalanda district, Bihar, India. The available record shows Census village code 244991 and 1,880 people in 350 households.
Village Code244991
Population1,880
Households350
Area210 hectares
Nearest TownBiharsharif
Detailed village profile
Jafra at a Glance
This profile highlights a listed population of 1,880 people, 210 hectares of reported area and Biharsharif as the nearest town reference for Jafra, along with available Census, facility and local-service details.
- Jafra falls under Ben Block in Nalanda district, Bihar.
- The Census village code is 244991.
- The record lists 1,880 people living in 350 households.
- The reported village area is 210 hectares.
- The nearest town named in the record is Biharsharif.
- This profile includes Census Codes and Administrative Details, Location and Distance, Population and Social Groups, Education Facilities, and other reported village details.
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Data Sources and Verification
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- Census and Amenities
- Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records
- DCHB Publisher
- Registrar General of India, Government of India
- Banking Context
- Bank ATM, CDM and CRM records use RBI-sourced banking access data
Key Village Facts
- Village
- Jafra
- Census Village Code
- 244991
- State
- Bihar
- State Census Code
- 10
- District
- Nalanda
- District Census Code
- 229
- Sub-district / Local Admin Unit
- Ben
- Sub-district Census Code
- 01393
- CD Block
- Ben
- Gram Panchayat
- Arawan
- Households
- 350
- Population
- 1,880
- Male Population
- 979
- Female Population
- 901
- Sex Ratio
- 920.33
- Area
- 210 hectares
- Area
- 2.1 sq km
- Nearest Town
- Biharsharif
- Nearest Town Distance
- 20 km
- Reference Year
- 2009
Key Calculated Values
These values are calculated from the same village record to make comparison easier. They are not separate official figures.
Population Density
895.24 people / sq km
Calculated from listed population and area.
Average Household Size
5.37 people
Calculated from listed population and households.
SC Population Share
33.14%
Shown from the village record.
ST Population Share
0%
Shown from the village record.
Irrigated Land Share
100%
Calculated from irrigated land and net sown area.
Census Codes and Administrative Details
These Census 2011 identifiers place Jafra in the official administrative record. Census village code 244991, Arawan Gram Panchayat and Ben CD Block.
- State Census Code
- 10
- District Census Code
- 229
- Sub-district Census Code
- 01393
- Village Census Code
- 244991
- CD Block Code
- 0381
- Gram Panchayat Code
- 0002
- CD Block Name
- Ben
- Gram Panchayat Name
- Arawan
Location and Distance
Biharsharif is the nearest town listed for Jafra, about 20 km away. Biharsharif is listed as the district headquarters at about 20 km. These distances are useful for orientation, not for survey, boundary or emergency use.
- Sub-district Headquarter
- Ben
- Distance from Sub-district Headquarter
- 6 km
- District Headquarter
- Biharsharif
- Distance from District Headquarter
- 20 km
- Nearest Statutory Town
- Biharsharif
- Distance from Nearest Statutory Town
- 20 km
- Nearest Town within State/UT
- Biharsharif
- Distance within State/UT
- 20 km
- Nearest Town
- Biharsharif
- Distance from Nearest Town
- 20 km
- Total Geographical Area
- 210 hectares
- Area
- 2.1 sq km
Population and Social Groups
The Census 2011 record lists 1,880 people in 350 households, with 979 male residents and 901 female residents. The average household size is 5.37, and SC share is 33.14% and ST share is 0% for Jafra. Population density works out to about 895.24 people per sq km.
- Total Households
- 350
- Total Population
- 1,880
- Male Population
- 979
- Female Population
- 901
- Sex Ratio
- 920.33
- Average Household Size
- 5.37
- SC Population
- 623
- SC Male Population
- 310
- SC Female Population
- 313
- SC Population Share
- 33.14
- Village Status
- Inhabited
Education Facilities
Education entries for Jafra list 1 government primary school, 1 private primary school and 2 government middle schools. Counts come from the village facility record and may need local verification for current school status.
- Government Primary School
- Available
- Government Primary School Count
- 1
- Private Primary School
- Available
- Private Primary School Count
- 1
- Government Middle School
- Available
- Government Middle School Count
- 2
Health Facilities
Health records mark ASHA worker as available for Jafra. Verify current services locally before medical use.
- Primary Health Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength Count
- 1
- Primary Health Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength Count
- 1
- Primary Health Sub Centre Para Medical Staff In Position Count
- 1
Drinking Water and Sanitation
Drinking-water and sanitation entries for Jafra include hand pump water and river or canal water. These are historical facility records, not a live water-quality guarantee.
- Uncovered Well
- Available
- Uncovered Well Functions All Year
- Available
- Hand Pump
- Available
- Hand Pump Functions All Year
- Available
- River Canal
- Available
- River Canal Functions All Year
- Available
- Open Drainage
- Available
- Open Pucca Drainage Uncovered
- Available
- Open Kutcha Drainage
- Available
- Drain Water Discharge Destination
- Sewer plant
- Wells Tube Wells Area In Hectares
- 101 hectares
Connectivity, Roads and Transport
Connectivity records for Jafra include mobile phone coverage and black-topped road access. Use them as access clues and confirm present conditions locally.
- Mobile Phone Coverage
- Available
- Auto / Modified Auto Service
- Available
- Tractors
- Available
- Cycle Rickshaw
- Available
- Other District Road
- Available
- Black-Topped Pucca Road
- Available
- Gravel Kuchha Roads
- Available
- Footpath
- Available
Financial, Market and Public Services
Public-service entries for Jafra include Anganwadi centre, ASHA services and assembly polling station. Banking rows on this page are shown separately because they use RBI-sourced bank service records.
- Nutritional Centres Anganwadi Centre
- Available
- ASHA
- Available
- Assembly Polling Station
- Available
Power Supply
Domestic power supply for Jafra is reported as 2 hours per day in summer and 6 hours per day in winter. Treat this as historical Census/District Census Handbook data.
- Power Supply For Domestic Use
- Available
- Power Supply For Domestic Use Summer April Sept Hours Per Day
- 2 hours/day
- Power Supply For Domestic Use Winter Oct March Hours Per Day
- 6 hours/day
- Power Supply For Agriculture Use
- Available
- Power Supply For Agriculture Use Summer April Sept Hours Per Day
- 3 hours/day
- Power Supply For Agriculture Use Winter Oct March Hours Per Day
- 4 hours/day
Land Use and Local Economy
Land-use records for Jafra show that reported agricultural commodities include Paddy, net sown area is 175 hectares and irrigated land is 175 hectares (100% of net sown area). These figures help explain village agriculture and local economy context.
- Agricultural Commodities First
- Paddy
- Barren Un Cultivable Land Area In Hectares
- 35 hectares
- Net Area Sown In Hectares
- 175.0
- Area Irrigated By Source In Hectares
- 175.0
- Tanks Lakes Area In Hectares
- 49.5 hectares
- Waterfall Area In Hectares
- 24.5 hectares
Other Available Details
These extra fields are shown because they may still be useful for understanding the village record.
- Primary Health Sub Centre Count
- 1
- Nutritional Centres Others
- Available
- Noindex
- False
Map and Location
Verified latitude and longitude are not available in the source data. Use the map search links for general location reference only.
Verified map coordinates are not reported in the source data.
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Search on Google Maps Search on OpenStreetMapBank ATM, CDM and CRM Services Near Jafra
The village source does not confirm an ATM inside this village. The bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) records below are shown as nearby or same-area banking service context only.
Only the village source ATM status is used to say whether an ATM is reported inside the village.
- Village ATM Status
- Not available in village
- Nearest ATM Facility
- 5–10 km
- Commercial Bank
- Not available in village
- Cooperative Bank
- Not available in village
- Same-area Bank Service Records
- 1
- Banks in Matched Records
- 1
- Matched PINs
- 1
Match basis: ATM/CDM/CRM records found in the same local admin area
ATM/CDM/CRM Type Summary
| Device Type | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ATM | 1 | 100% |
Top Banks in Matched Records
| Bank | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Punjab National Bank | 1 | 100% |
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
These selected bank service records are sourced from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The services belong to the listed banks. Confirm the current address, service status and timings with the bank before visiting.
| Bank | Type | PIN | District | Local Area | Centre | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punjab National Bank | ATM | 803101 | Nalanda | Ben | Akauna | Distt: Nalanda Bharaopar, Biharsharif, Nalanda, Bihar, 803101 |
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, CDM and CRM details are based on external banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code or district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which district is Jafra village in?
Jafra village is in Nalanda district.
Which state is Jafra village in?
Jafra village is in Bihar.
Which block is Jafra under?
Jafra comes under Ben Block. Census records usually call this administrative level a sub-district.
What is the Census village code of Jafra?
The Census village code of Jafra is 244991.
Which Gram Panchayat is Jafra under?
Jafra is listed under Arawan Gram Panchayat. The CD Block listed for this village is Ben.
What is the population of Jafra village?
The village record lists 1,880 people and 350 households for Jafra.
How many households are in Jafra village?
The village record lists 350 households for Jafra.
What is the male and female population of Jafra?
The record lists 979 male residents and 901 female residents for Jafra.
What is the sex ratio of Jafra village?
The sex ratio of Jafra is 920.33 females per 1000 males in the available record.
What is the area of Jafra village?
The reported geographical area of Jafra is 210 hectares.
What is the population density of Jafra village?
The approximate population density of Jafra is 895.24 people per sq km, calculated from the listed population and area.
What is the nearest town to Jafra?
The nearest town listed for Jafra is Biharsharif, about 20 km away.
How far is Jafra from the district headquarters?
Jafra is about 20 km from Biharsharif, the district headquarters listed in the available records.
How far is Jafra from the sub-district headquarters?
Jafra is about 6 km from Ben, the block headquarters listed in the available records.
What education facilities are listed for Jafra?
The village facility record lists 1 government primary school, 1 private primary school and 2 government middle schools for Jafra.
What crops or land-use details are reported for Jafra?
For Jafra, reported agricultural commodities include Paddy, net sown area is 175 hectares and irrigated land is 175 hectares.
Are bank ATM, CDM or CRM services listed near Jafra?
The page shows 1 matched bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine or Cash Recycler Machine service records near or within the same matched area for Jafra. These records include 1 banks. Verify current service status with the bank before visiting.