Jhunkar
About Jhunkar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhunkar village is 487402. Jhunkar village is located in Itarsi tehsil of Hoshangabad district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Itarsi (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Hoshangabad. As per 2009 stats, Jhunkar village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 564.34 hectares. Jhunkar has a total population of 1,276 peoples, out of which male population is 651 while female population is 625. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 960 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhunkar village is 52.35% out of which 59.29% males and 45.12% females are literate. There are about 213 houses in jhunkar village.
When it comes to administration, Jhunkar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jhunkar village comes under Seoni-malwa Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency. Itarsi is nearest town to jhunkar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Jhunkar
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,276 | 651 | 625 |
| Children (0-6) | 234 | 117 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,149 | 588 | 561 |
| Literate Population | 668 | 386 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 265 | 343 |
Connectivity of Jhunkar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhunkar
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhunkar
Where is Jhunkar located?
Jhunkar village is situated in Itarsi Tehsil, within the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhunkar?
Jhunkar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Jhunkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhunkar is 1,276, with 651 males and 625 females.
How many households are there in Jhunkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhunkar village has a total of 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhunkar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhunkar is 52.35%. The male literacy rate is 59.29%, while the female literacy rate is 45.12%.