Jhikarhati
Jhikarhati is a village located in Murarai I subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.7km away from sub-district headquarter Murarai (tehsildar office) and 83.8km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Palsa is the gram panchayat of Jhikarhati village.
Jhikarhati 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 Jhikarhati
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhikarhati is 316030. The village spans a total geographical area of 178.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731219. Rampurhat is nearest town to Jhikarhati village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
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Population of Jhikarhati
Below is a concise population overview of Jhikarhati as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 632 | 337 | 295 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 59 | 49 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 149 | 135 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 54 | 45 |
Literate Population | 220 | 141 | 79 |
Illiterate Population | 412 | 196 | 216 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhikarhati village:
- The total population of Jhikarhati village is around 632, including approximately 337 males and 295 females, with a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Jhikarhati village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhikarhati village has 284 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 99 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhikarhati village is about 34.81%, with male literacy at 41.84% and female literacy at 26.78%.
- There are around 138 households in Jhikarhati village.
Connectivity of Jhikarhati
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhikarhati. As per the 2011 stats, Jhikarhati had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Jhikarhati
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhikarhati helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhikarhati.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhikarhati
- Where is Jhikarhati located?
- Jhikarhati village is situated in Murarai I Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhikarhati?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhikarhati is Palsa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhikarhati?
- The pincode of Jhikarhati is 731219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhikarhati as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhikarhati is 632, with 337 males and 295 females.
- How many households are there in Jhikarhati as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhikarhati village has a total of 138 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhikarhati as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikarhati is 34.81%. The male literacy rate is 41.84%, while the female literacy rate is 26.78%.