Jhirki - Peterwar, Bokaro
Jhirki is a village situated in the Peterwar subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petarwar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Ulgadda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhirki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhirki is 362452. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 829121 pincode.
Jhirki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gomiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhirki
As per Census 2011, Jhirki village has a total population of 821 people, consisting of 427 males and 394 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhirki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 821 | 427 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 86 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 238 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 189 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Jhirki
Jhirki is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jhirki
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jhirki.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Jhirki is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhirki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhirki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhirki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhirki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhirki
Where is Jhirki located?
Jhirki village is located in Peterwar Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhirki?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhirki is Ulgadda.
What is the pincode of Jhirki?
The pincode of Jhirki is 829121.
What is the population of Jhirki?
Jhirki has a total population of 821, including 427 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Jhirki?
There are 171 households in Jhirki.
What is the literacy rate in Jhirki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhirki is 46.04%. Male literacy is 55.74% and female literacy is 35.53%.