Jhirka
Jhirka is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Jhirka unique in its vibrant Dantewada-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Jhirka’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 Jhirka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhirka is 450085. The village spans a total geographical area of 470.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494449. Dantewada is nearest town to Jhirka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhirka 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 Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jhirka
Population of Jhirka
According to the 2011 Census, Jhirka has a total population of about 305, with approximately 136 males and 169 females. The sex ratio is around 1242 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 59 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 305. The overall literacy rate is approximately 4.26%, with male literacy at about 6.62% and female literacy near 2.37%. There are around 68 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhirka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 305 | 136 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 23 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 136 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 127 | 165 |
Connectivity of Jhirka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhirka. As per the 2011 stats, Jhirka 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhirka
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhirka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhirka.
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%.