Jhalka
About Jhalka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhalka village is 316743. Jhalka village is located in Mayureswar Ii subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.5km away from sub-district headquarter Kotasur (tehsildar office) and 40.9km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Ulkunda is the gram panchayat of Jhalka village.
The total geographical area of village is 129.7 hectares. Jhalka has a total population of 1,659 peoples, out of which male population is 820 while female population is 839. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1023 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhalka village is 64.32% out of which 72.93% males and 55.90% females are literate. There are about 377 houses in jhalka village. Pincode of jhalka village locality is 731234.
Sainthia is nearest town to jhalka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Jhalka
The population details of Jhalka 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 | 1,659 | 820 | 839 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 192 | 82 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 842 | 413 | 429 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 598 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 222 | 370 |
Connectivity of Jhalka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhalka
Where is Jhalka located?
Jhalka village is situated in Mayureswar Ii Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhalka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhalka is Ulkunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhalka?
The pincode of Jhalka is 731234, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhalka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhalka is 1,659, with 820 males and 839 females.
How many households are there in Jhalka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhalka village has a total of 377 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhalka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhalka is 64.32%. The male literacy rate is 72.93%, while the female literacy rate is 55.90%.