Jhikra
About Jhikra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhikra village is 320351. Jhikra village is located in Memari Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.9km away from sub-district headquarter Memari. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Jhikra village. As per 2009 stats, Satgachhia I is the gram panchayat of Jhikra village.
The total geographical area of village is 70.97 hectares. Jhikra has a total population of 967 peoples, out of which male population is 470 while female population is 497. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1057 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhikra village is 57.39% out of which 63.83% males and 51.31% females are literate. There are about 238 houses in jhikra village. Pincode of jhikra village locality is 713422.
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. Memari is nearest town to jhikra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Jhikra
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 967 | 470 | 497 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 300 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 170 | 242 |
Connectivity of Jhikra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| 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 Memari Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhikra?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhikra is Satgachhia I (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 713422, 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 967, with 470 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Jhikra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhikra village has a total of 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhikra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikra is 57.39%. The male literacy rate is 63.83%, while the female literacy rate is 51.31%.