Jhumka

Jhumka is a village located in Mainatanr subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Mainatanr (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Barwa is the gram panchayat of Jhumka village.

Jhumka has its own place in the vibrant Pashchim Champaran 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 Jhumka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhumka is 216521. The village spans a total geographical area of 204 hectares. Narkatiyaganj is nearest town to Jhumka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Jhumka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,536 777 759
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 468 220 248
Scheduled Castes (SC) 921 460 461
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 330 199 131
Illiterate Population 1,206 578 628

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

  • The total population of Jhumka village is around 1,536, including approximately 777 males and 759 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 468 children aged 0–6 years in Jhumka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhumka village has 921 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhumka village is about 21.48%, with male literacy at 25.61% and female literacy at 17.26%.
  • There are around 300 households in Jhumka village.

Connectivity of Jhumka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhumka. As per the 2011 stats, Jhumka 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 Jhumka

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

Dhumatanr Ahira Siswa Bhangaha Shahpur Parsuni Jobdi Kaulapur Parsauni Padmaul Pirari Senuaria Jhanjhri

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhumka

Where is Jhumka located?
Jhumka village is situated in Mainatanr Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhumka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhumka is Barwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jhumka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhumka is 1,536, with 777 males and 759 females.
How many households are there in Jhumka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhumka village has a total of 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhumka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhumka is 21.48%. The male literacy rate is 25.61%, while the female literacy rate is 17.26%.