Jhalka

Jhalka is a village located in Kawardha tehsil of Kabeerdham district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 6km away from Kawardha, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Jhalka village. As per 2009 stats, Ghothia is the gram panchayat of Jhalka village.

Jhalka has its own place in the vibrant Kabeerdham 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 Jhalka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhalka is 439203. The village spans a total geographical area of 206.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491995. Kawardha is nearest town to Jhalka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Jhalka

Below is a concise population overview of Jhalka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 821 412 409
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 160 83 77
Scheduled Castes (SC) 784 395 389
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 372 221 151
Illiterate Population 449 191 258

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhalka village:

  • The total population of Jhalka village is around 821, including approximately 412 males and 409 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 160 children aged 0–6 years in Jhalka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhalka village has 784 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhalka village is about 45.31%, with male literacy at 53.64% and female literacy at 36.92%.
  • There are around 189 households in Jhalka village.

Connectivity of Jhalka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhalka. As per the 2011 stats, Jhalka 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhalka

Knowing the nearby villages of Jhalka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhalka.

Sonpuri Bhimpuri Dhamaki Nawapara Baghutola Bhagutola Chimagondi Mudghusri Mainpuri Badaradeeh Maharatola

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhalka

Where is Jhalka located?
Jhalka village is situated in Kawardha Tehsil, within the Kabeerdham district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhalka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhalka is Ghothia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhalka?
The pincode of Jhalka is 491995, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhalka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhalka is 821, with 412 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Jhalka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhalka village has a total of 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhalka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhalka is 45.31%. The male literacy rate is 53.64%, while the female literacy rate is 36.92%.