Jhunka
Jhunka is a village located in Sagma subdivision of Garhwa district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 62km away from district headquarter Sagma. Sagma is the sub-district headquarter of Jhunka village. As per 2009 stats, Ghaghari is the gram panchayat of Jhunka village.
Jhunka has its own place in the vibrant Garhwa 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 Jhunka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhunka is 347563. The village spans a total geographical area of 321.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822121. Nagar Utari is nearest town to Jhunka village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Jhunka
Below is a concise population overview of Jhunka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 865 | 460 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 74 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 199 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 260 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 200 | 263 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhunka village:
- The total population of Jhunka village is around 865, including approximately 460 males and 405 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 146 children aged 0–6 years in Jhunka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhunka village has 393 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 36 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhunka village is about 46.47%, with male literacy at 56.52% and female literacy at 35.06%.
- There are around 181 households in Jhunka village.
Connectivity of Jhunka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhunka. As per the 2011 stats, Jhunka 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhunka
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhunka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhunka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhunka
- Where is Jhunka located?
- Jhunka village is situated in Sagma Subdivision, within the Garhwa district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhunka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhunka is Ghaghari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhunka?
- The pincode of Jhunka is 822121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhunka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhunka is 865, with 460 males and 405 females.
- How many households are there in Jhunka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhunka village has a total of 181 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhunka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhunka is 46.47%. The male literacy rate is 56.52%, while the female literacy rate is 35.06%.