Jhikhira
Jhikhira is a village located in Amta Ii subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.5km away from sub-district headquarter Amta (tehsildar office) and 43.9km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Jhikira is the gram panchayat of Jhikhira village.
Jhikhira has its own place in the vibrant Haora 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 Jhikhira
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhikhira is 332553. The village spans a total geographical area of 254.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711401. Uluberia is nearest town to Jhikhira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
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Population of Jhikhira
Below is a concise population overview of Jhikhira 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 | 5,421 | 2,748 | 2,673 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 559 | 281 | 278 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 764 | 400 | 364 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Literate Population | 4,239 | 2,258 | 1,981 |
Illiterate Population | 1,182 | 490 | 692 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhikhira village:
- The total population of Jhikhira village is around 5,421, including approximately 2,748 males and 2,673 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 559 children aged 0–6 years in Jhikhira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhikhira village has 764 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhikhira village is about 78.20%, with male literacy at 82.17% and female literacy at 74.11%.
- There are around 1,243 households in Jhikhira village.
Connectivity of Jhikhira
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhikhira. As per the 2011 stats, Jhikhira 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhikhira
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhikhira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhikhira.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhikhira
- Where is Jhikhira located?
- Jhikhira village is situated in Amta Ii Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhikhira?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhikhira is Jhikira (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhikhira?
- The pincode of Jhikhira is 711401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhikhira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhikhira is 5,421, with 2,748 males and 2,673 females.
- How many households are there in Jhikhira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhikhira village has a total of 1,243 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhikhira as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikhira is 78.20%. The male literacy rate is 82.17%, while the female literacy rate is 74.11%.