Jhirka

Jhirka is a village located in Nirsa Chirkunda subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Chirkunda (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Belkupa is the gram panchayat of Jhirka village.

Jhirka has its own place in the vibrant Dhanbad 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 Jhirka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhirka is 362076. The village spans a total geographical area of 185 hectares. Nirsa Chirkunda is nearest town to Jhirka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jhirka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,119 564 555
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 174 90 84
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 597 301 296
Literate Population 664 397 267
Illiterate Population 455 167 288

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

  • The total population of Jhirka village is around 1,119, including approximately 564 males and 555 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 174 children aged 0–6 years in Jhirka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhirka village has 597 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jhirka village is about 59.34%, with male literacy at 70.39% and female literacy at 48.11%.
  • There are around 200 households in Jhirka village.

Connectivity of Jhirka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhirka. As per the 2011 stats, Jhirka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhirka

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

Gopalganj Kubuka Belkupa Dubhi Lakhyabad Jitpur Nari Pahari Bhurkunrabari Patharkua Mahudabar Barya

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhirka

Where is Jhirka located?
Jhirka village is situated in Nirsa Chirkunda Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhirka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhirka is Belkupa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jhirka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhirka is 1,119, with 564 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Jhirka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhirka village has a total of 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhirka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhirka is 59.34%. The male literacy rate is 70.39%, while the female literacy rate is 48.11%.