Jalka

Jalka is a village located in Ghaghra subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Ghaghra (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Ruki is the gram panchayat of Jalka village.

Jalka has its own place in the vibrant Gumla 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 Jalka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalka is 375538. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835208. Gumla is nearest town to Jalka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jalka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 325 159 166
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 51 25 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 238 117 121
Literate Population 115 63 52
Illiterate Population 210 96 114

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

  • The total population of Jalka village is around 325, including approximately 159 males and 166 females, with a sex ratio of 1044 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Jalka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jalka village has 238 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jalka village is about 35.38%, with male literacy at 39.62% and female literacy at 31.33%.
  • There are around 75 households in Jalka village.

Connectivity of Jalka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalka. As per the 2011 stats, Jalka 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 Jalka

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

Chatamdag Barrang Goryadih Shiwserang Lalpur Ruki Monatu Barang Korle Jilingsira Paunri

Frequently Asked Questions about Jalka

Where is Jalka located?
Jalka village is situated in Ghaghra Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalka is Ruki (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jalka?
The pincode of Jalka is 835208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jalka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalka is 325, with 159 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Jalka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jalka village has a total of 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalka is 35.38%. The male literacy rate is 39.62%, while the female literacy rate is 31.33%.