Jhikatiya

Jhikatiya is a village located in Gurua subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Gurua (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Paluhara is the gram panchayat of Jhikatiya village.

Jhikatiya has its own place in the vibrant Gaya 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 Jhikatiya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhikatiya is 255695. The village spans a total geographical area of 76 hectares. Sherghati is nearest town to Jhikatiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Jhikatiya

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 676 348 328
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 124 69 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) 187 107 80
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 346 218 128
Illiterate Population 330 130 200

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

  • The total population of Jhikatiya village is around 676, including approximately 348 males and 328 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 124 children aged 0–6 years in Jhikatiya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhikatiya village has 187 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhikatiya village is about 51.18%, with male literacy at 62.64% and female literacy at 39.02%.
  • There are around 108 households in Jhikatiya village.

Connectivity of Jhikatiya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhikatiya. As per the 2011 stats, Jhikatiya 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhikatiya

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

Aila Balganwan Dumri Bara Seni Chak Shukul Khap Rupan Chak Murahi Gurbhat Mahamadpur Balgobind Chak

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhikatiya

Where is Jhikatiya located?
Jhikatiya village is situated in Gurua Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhikatiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhikatiya is Paluhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jhikatiya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhikatiya is 676, with 348 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Jhikatiya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhikatiya village has a total of 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhikatiya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikatiya is 51.18%. The male literacy rate is 62.64%, while the female literacy rate is 39.02%.