Jhik

Jhik is a village located in Jaitpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Jaitpur (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Shahdol. As per 2009 stats, Bijuri is the gram panchayat of Jhik village.

Jhik has its own place in the vibrant Shahdol 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 Jhik

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhik is 501651. The village spans a total geographical area of 452.1 hectares. Shahdol is nearest town to Jhik village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.

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Population of Jhik

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 874 434 440
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 148 67 81
Scheduled Castes (SC) 171 89 82
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 419 199 220
Literate Population 395 240 155
Illiterate Population 479 194 285

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

  • The total population of Jhik village is around 874, including approximately 434 males and 440 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 148 children aged 0–6 years in Jhik village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhik village has 171 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 419 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jhik village is about 45.19%, with male literacy at 55.30% and female literacy at 35.23%.
  • There are around 213 households in Jhik village.

Connectivity of Jhik

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

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

Nearby Villages of Jhik

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

Tendu Tola Kutela Kolmi Mamra Bijuri Lohasur Tikathi Raikowa Mirkam Khartora Biltikuri

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhik

Where is Jhik located?
Jhik village is situated in Jaitpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhik?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhik is Bijuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jhik as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhik is 874, with 434 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Jhik as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhik village has a total of 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhik as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhik is 45.19%. The male literacy rate is 55.30%, while the female literacy rate is 35.23%.