Jhamka
Jhamka is a village located in Khurja tehsil of Bulandshahr district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Khurja (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Bulandshahr. As per 2009 stats, Jhamka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jhamka unique in its vibrant Khurja-Bulandshahr region. You’ll see Jhamka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jhamka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhamka is 121643. The village spans a total geographical area of 387.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 203131. Khurja is nearest town to Jhamka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Jhamka
Population of Jhamka
According to the 2011 Census, Jhamka has a total population of about 2,584, with approximately 1,343 males and 1,241 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 460 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 425 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.59%, with male literacy at about 62.62% and female literacy near 39.65%. There are around 437 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhamka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,584 | 1,343 | 1,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 224 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 425 | 211 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,333 | 841 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,251 | 502 | 749 |
Connectivity of Jhamka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhamka. As per the 2011 stats, Jhamka 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhamka
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhamka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhamka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhamka
- Where is Jhamka located?
- Jhamka village is situated in Khurja Tehsil, within the Bulandshahr district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhamka?
- Jhamka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jhamka?
- The pincode of Jhamka is 203131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhamka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhamka is 2,584, with 1,343 males and 1,241 females.
- How many households are there in Jhamka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhamka village has a total of 437 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhamka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhamka is 51.59%. The male literacy rate is 62.62%, while the female literacy rate is 39.65%.