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.

Here you can discover what makes Jhika unique in its vibrant Champa-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Jhika’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 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

According to the 2011 Census, Jhika has a total population of about 738, with approximately 354 males and 384 females. The sex ratio is around 1084 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 368 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 205. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.56%, with male literacy at about 62.71% and female literacy near 48.96%. There are around 186 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhika's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.