Jhalka

Jhalka is a village 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.

Jhalka has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum 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 Jhalka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhalka is 316743. The village spans a total geographical area of 129.7 hectares, and the pincode of the 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

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,659 820 839
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 192 82 110
Scheduled Castes (SC) 842 413 429
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,067 598 469
Illiterate Population 592 222 370

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

  • The total population of Jhalka village is around 1,659, including approximately 820 males and 839 females, with a sex ratio of 1023 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 192 children aged 0–6 years in Jhalka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhalka village has 842 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhalka village is about 64.32%, with male literacy at 72.93% and female literacy at 55.90%.
  • There are around 377 households in Jhalka village.

Connectivity of Jhalka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhalka. As per the 2011 stats, Jhalka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Jhalka

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

Purbba Sibrambati Dakshin Maligram Duna Naopara Mahaduripa Ghanashyampur Panch Gonutia Chandrahat Malancha Ramnagar Rambati

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%.