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
According to the 2011 Census, Jhirki village had a total population of 821 people, including 427 males and 394 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.23%, with male literacy at 66.48% and female literacy at 41.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 179.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 821 | 427 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 821, including 427 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Jhirki?
Jhirki had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhirki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhirki was 54.23%. Male literacy was 66.48% and female literacy was 41.30%.