Jhika
Jhika is a village located in Champa tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Champa (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Kachanda is the gram panchayat of Jhika village.
Jhika has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa 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 Jhika
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhika is 436828. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495687. Baradwar is nearest town to Jhika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhika 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 Sakri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Jhika
Below is a concise population overview of Jhika as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 738 | 354 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 69 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 179 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 98 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 222 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 132 | 196 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhika village:
- The total population of Jhika village is around 738, including approximately 354 males and 384 females, with a sex ratio of 1084 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 129 children aged 0–6 years in Jhika village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhika village has 368 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 205 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhika village is about 55.56%, with male literacy at 62.71% and female literacy at 48.96%.
- There are around 186 households in Jhika village.
Connectivity of Jhika
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhika. As per the 2011 stats, Jhika 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhika
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhika.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhika
- Where is Jhika located?
- Jhika village is situated in Champa Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhika?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhika is Kachanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhika?
- The pincode of Jhika is 495687, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhika is 738, with 354 males and 384 females.
- How many households are there in Jhika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhika village has a total of 186 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhika as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhika is 55.56%. The male literacy rate is 62.71%, while the female literacy rate is 48.96%.