Jhikakuri

Jhikakuri is a village located in Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.8km away from sub-district headquarter Kumarganj (tehsildar office) and 25.1km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Mohana is the gram panchayat of Jhikakuri village.

Jhikakuri has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur 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 Jhikakuri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhikakuri is 310901. The village spans a total geographical area of 124.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733133. Balurghat is nearest town to Jhikakuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Jhikakuri

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 825 422 403
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 78 40 38
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 162 82 80
Literate Population 600 318 282
Illiterate Population 225 104 121

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

  • The total population of Jhikakuri village is around 825, including approximately 422 males and 403 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Jhikakuri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhikakuri village has 162 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jhikakuri village is about 72.73%, with male literacy at 75.36% and female literacy at 69.98%.
  • There are around 210 households in Jhikakuri village.

Connectivity of Jhikakuri

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhikakuri

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

Nahara Ajhair Uzirpur Kuraldanga Chak Ajhair Mominpur Matizapur Bishnupur Bhagabatipur Gayespur Chak Bhagaban

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhikakuri

Where is Jhikakuri located?
Jhikakuri village is situated in Kumarganj Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhikakuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhikakuri is Mohana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhikakuri?
The pincode of Jhikakuri is 733133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhikakuri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhikakuri is 825, with 422 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Jhikakuri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhikakuri village has a total of 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhikakuri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikakuri is 72.73%. The male literacy rate is 75.36%, while the female literacy rate is 69.98%.