Jhikra

Jhikra is a village located in Kalna Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.3km away from sub-district headquarter Kalna. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Jhikra village. As per 2009 stats, Akalpaus is the gram panchayat of Jhikra village.

Jhikra has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman 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 Jhikra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhikra is 320511. The village spans a total geographical area of 49.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713157. Kalna is nearest town to Jhikra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Jhikra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 824 430 394
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 76 41 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 15 8 7
Literate Population 646 345 301
Illiterate Population 178 85 93

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

  • The total population of Jhikra village is around 824, including approximately 430 males and 394 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Jhikra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhikra village has 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jhikra village is about 78.40%, with male literacy at 80.23% and female literacy at 76.40%.
  • There are around 181 households in Jhikra village.

Connectivity of Jhikra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhikra. As per the 2011 stats, Jhikra 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 Jhikra

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

Balia Akalpaush Narenga Bajitpur Agradaha Usmanpur Sabidpur Atkatia Bardalia Masidpur Biruha

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhikra

Where is Jhikra located?
Jhikra village is situated in Kalna Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhikra?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhikra is Akalpaus (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhikra?
The pincode of Jhikra is 713157, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhikra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhikra is 824, with 430 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Jhikra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhikra village has a total of 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhikra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikra is 78.40%. The male literacy rate is 80.23%, while the female literacy rate is 76.40%.