Jalku
About Jalku
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jalku village is 550201. Jalku village is located in Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Malegaon (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Jalku village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1352 hectares. Jalku has a total population of 1,994 peoples, out of which male population is 1,039 while female population is 955. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 919 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jalku village is 46.44% out of which 55.82% males and 36.23% females are literate. There are about 376 houses in jalku village.
When it comes to administration, Jalku 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, Jalku village comes under Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhule Lok Sabha constituency. Malegaon is nearest town to jalku village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Jalku
The population details of Jalku cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,994 | 1,039 | 955 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 338 | 183 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 352 | 181 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 667 | 344 | 323 |
| Literate Population | 926 | 580 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,068 | 459 | 609 |
Connectivity of Jalku
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jalku
Where is Jalku located?
Jalku village is situated in Malegaon Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalku?
Jalku serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Jalku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalku is 1,994, with 1,039 males and 955 females.
How many households are there in Jalku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jalku village has a total of 376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalku as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalku is 46.44%. The male literacy rate is 55.82%, while the female literacy rate is 36.23%.