Jhikara

Jhikara is a village located in Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Shikaripara (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Banspahari is the gram panchayat of Jhikara village.

Jhikara has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Jhikara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhikara is 370957. The village spans a total geographical area of 162 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816118. Dumka is nearest town to Jhikara village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jhikara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 541 262 279
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 98 42 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 420 204 216
Literate Population 225 134 91
Illiterate Population 316 128 188

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

  • The total population of Jhikara village is around 541, including approximately 262 males and 279 females, with a sex ratio of 1064 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Jhikara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhikara village has 420 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jhikara village is about 41.59%, with male literacy at 51.15% and female literacy at 32.62%.
  • There are around 108 households in Jhikara village.

Connectivity of Jhikara

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhikara

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

Rasnala Saraibinda Bindaksol Mastara Gumropahar Talpamar Kalyanpur Kharijol Parridangal Sarsajol Bakijor Narainpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhikara

Where is Jhikara located?
Jhikara village is situated in Shikaripara Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhikara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhikara is Banspahari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhikara?
The pincode of Jhikara is 816118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhikara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhikara is 541, with 262 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Jhikara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhikara village has a total of 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhikara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikara is 41.59%. The male literacy rate is 51.15%, while the female literacy rate is 32.62%.