Jhikta

Jhikta is a village located in Rajaun subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Rajaun (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Parghari Lakra is the gram panchayat of Jhikta village.

Jhikta has its own place in the vibrant Banka 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 Jhikta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhikta is 240882. The village spans a total geographical area of 166 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 813107. Banka is nearest town to Jhikta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Jhikta

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,975 1,053 922
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 379 201 178
Scheduled Castes (SC) 61 32 29
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 964 617 347
Illiterate Population 1,011 436 575

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

  • The total population of Jhikta village is around 1,975, including approximately 1,053 males and 922 females, with a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 379 children aged 0–6 years in Jhikta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhikta village has 61 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhikta village is about 48.81%, with male literacy at 58.59% and female literacy at 37.64%.
  • There are around 333 households in Jhikta village.

Connectivity of Jhikta

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhikta

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

Bhimkar Chak Kharauni Durgapur Khadimpur Mahut Chak Dharma Chak Lakra Biddu Dauna Gautar Ranitikar Faizpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhikta

Where is Jhikta located?
Jhikta village is situated in Rajaun Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhikta?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhikta is Parghari Lakra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhikta?
The pincode of Jhikta is 813107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhikta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhikta is 1,975, with 1,053 males and 922 females.
How many households are there in Jhikta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhikta village has a total of 333 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhikta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikta is 48.81%. The male literacy rate is 58.59%, while the female literacy rate is 37.64%.