Jhonka
Jhonka is a village located in Lormi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Lormi (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Parsakapa is the gram panchayat of Jhonka village.
Here you can discover what makes Jhonka unique in its vibrant Lormi-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Jhonka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jhonka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhonka is 437808. The village spans a total geographical area of 152.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495115. Mungeli is nearest town to Jhonka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhonka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jhonka
Population of Jhonka
According to the 2011 Census, Jhonka has a total population of about 579, with approximately 299 males and 280 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 106 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 519 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.82%, with male literacy at about 71.24% and female literacy near 41.43%. There are around 181 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhonka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 579 | 299 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 519 | 267 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 329 | 213 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 86 | 164 |
Connectivity of Jhonka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhonka. As per the 2011 stats, Jhonka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhonka
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhonka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhonka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhonka
- Where is Jhonka located?
- Jhonka village is situated in Lormi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhonka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhonka is Parsakapa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhonka?
- The pincode of Jhonka is 495115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhonka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhonka is 579, with 299 males and 280 females.
- How many households are there in Jhonka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhonka village has a total of 181 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhonka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhonka is 56.82%. The male literacy rate is 71.24%, while the female literacy rate is 41.43%.