Jhlkula - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Jhlkula is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 26 km from Goilkera and around 90 km from Chaibasa. Kebra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhlkula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhlkula is 377635. The village covers a total geographical area of 344.89 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode. Chakhardharpur is the nearest town.
Jhlkula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhlkula
As per Census 2011, Jhlkula village has a total population of 418 people, consisting of 200 males and 218 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 414 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhlkula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 418 | 200 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 414 | 198 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 106 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 94 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Jhlkula
Jhlkula 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 Jhlkula
Jhlkula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Jhlkula is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhlkula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhlkula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhlkula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhlkula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhlkula
Where is Jhlkula located?
Jhlkula village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhlkula?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhlkula is Kebra.
What is the pincode of Jhlkula?
The pincode of Jhlkula is 833103.
What is the population of Jhlkula?
Jhlkula has a total population of 418, including 200 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Jhlkula?
There are 80 households in Jhlkula.
What is the literacy rate in Jhlkula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhlkula is 37.80%. Male literacy is 53.00% and female literacy is 23.85%.