Jhirka
About Jhirka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhirka village is 450085. Jhirka village is located in Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 24km away from Dantewada, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Jhirka village. As per 2009 stats, Pandewar is the gram panchayat of Jhirka village.
The total geographical area of village is 470.7 hectares. Jhirka has a total population of 305 peoples, out of which male population is 136 while female population is 169. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1242 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhirka village is 4.26% out of which 6.62% males and 2.37% females are literate. There are about 68 houses in jhirka village. Pincode of jhirka village locality is 494449.
When it comes to administration, Jhirka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jhirka village comes under Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bastar Lok Sabha constituency. Dantewada is nearest town to jhirka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Jhirka
The population details of Jhirka cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 305 | 136 | 169 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 59 | 23 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 305 | 136 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 127 | 165 |
Connectivity of Jhirka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhirka
Where is Jhirka located?
Jhirka village is situated in Dantewada Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhirka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhirka is Pandewar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhirka?
The pincode of Jhirka is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhirka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhirka is 305, with 136 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Jhirka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhirka village has a total of 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhirka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhirka is 4.26%. The male literacy rate is 6.62%, while the female literacy rate is 2.37%.