Jhikra
About Jhikra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhikra village is 319642. Jhikra village is located in Manteswar subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.7km away from sub-district headquarter Manteswar. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Jhikra village. As per 2009 stats, Vagramulgram is the gram panchayat of Jhikra village.
The total geographical area of village is 45.94 hectares. Jhikra has a total population of 635 peoples, out of which male population is 325 while female population is 310. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 953 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhikra village is 63.46% out of which 71.08% males and 55.48% females are literate. There are about 140 houses in jhikra village. Pincode of jhikra village locality is 713145.
When it comes to administration, Jhikra 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, Jhikra village comes under Monteswar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha constituency. Bardhaman is nearest town to jhikra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Jhikra
The population details of Jhikra 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 | 635 | 325 | 310 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 122 | 62 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 83 | 35 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 231 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 94 | 138 |
Connectivity of Jhikra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhikra
Where is Jhikra located?
Jhikra village is situated in Manteswar Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhikra?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhikra is Vagramulgram (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 713145, 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 635, with 325 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Jhikra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhikra village has a total of 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhikra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikra is 63.46%. The male literacy rate is 71.08%, while the female literacy rate is 55.48%.