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.
Here you can discover what makes Jhalka unique in its vibrant Kawardha-Kabeerdham region. You’ll see Jhalka’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 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.
Google Map of Jhalka
Population of Jhalka
According to the 2011 Census, Jhalka has a total population of about 821, with approximately 412 males and 409 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 784 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.31%, with male literacy at about 53.64% and female literacy near 36.92%. There are around 189 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhalka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.