Jalkar

Jalkar is a village located in Kasba subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kasba (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Bochganw is the gram panchayat of Jalkar village.

Jalkar has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 Jalkar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalkar is 223561. The village spans a total geographical area of 85 hectares. Kasba is nearest town to Jalkar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Jalkar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,191 588 603
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 254 112 142
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 568 326 242
Illiterate Population 623 262 361

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

  • The total population of Jalkar village is around 1,191, including approximately 588 males and 603 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 254 children aged 0–6 years in Jalkar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Jalkar village is about 47.69%, with male literacy at 55.44% and female literacy at 40.13%.
  • There are around 242 households in Jalkar village.

Connectivity of Jalkar

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

Nearby Villages of Jalkar

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

Ghordaur Saraunchia Kundalay Gargata Narharia Gargata Bishunpur Bochgaon Bishunpur Deodha Pokharia Mekhar Khamaili Dabaili Biswaspur

Frequently Asked Questions about Jalkar

Where is Jalkar located?
Jalkar village is situated in Kasba Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalkar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalkar is Bochganw (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jalkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalkar is 1,191, with 588 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Jalkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jalkar village has a total of 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalkar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalkar is 47.69%. The male literacy rate is 55.44%, while the female literacy rate is 40.13%.