Jhikatia

Jhikatia is a village located in Meskaur subdivision of Nawada district in Bihar, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Meskaur (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Nawada. As per 2009 stats, Mirzapur is the gram panchayat of Jhikatia village.

Jhikatia has its own place in the vibrant Nawada 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 Jhikatia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhikatia is 258211. The village spans a total geographical area of 40 hectares. Hisua is nearest town to Jhikatia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Jhikatia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 959 490 469
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 196 88 108
Scheduled Castes (SC) 305 160 145
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 471 278 193
Illiterate Population 488 212 276

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

  • The total population of Jhikatia village is around 959, including approximately 490 males and 469 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 196 children aged 0–6 years in Jhikatia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhikatia village has 305 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhikatia village is about 49.11%, with male literacy at 56.73% and female literacy at 41.15%.
  • There are around 148 households in Jhikatia village.

Connectivity of Jhikatia

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

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

Nearby Villages of Jhikatia

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhikatia

Where is Jhikatia located?
Jhikatia village is situated in Meskaur Subdivision, within the Nawada district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhikatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhikatia is Mirzapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jhikatia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhikatia is 959, with 490 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Jhikatia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhikatia village has a total of 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhikatia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikatia is 49.11%. The male literacy rate is 56.73%, while the female literacy rate is 41.15%.