Joka
About Joka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Joka village is 333038. Joka village is located in Bagnan I subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.8km away from sub-district headquarter Bagnan (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Bachhri is the gram panchayat of Joka village.
The total geographical area of village is 129.28 hectares. Joka has a total population of 4,137 peoples, out of which male population is 2,124 while female population is 2,013. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 947 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of joka village is 73.46% out of which 75.89% males and 70.89% females are literate. There are about 859 houses in joka village. Pincode of joka village locality is 711303.
When it comes to administration, Joka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Joka village comes under Shyampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Uluberia Lok Sabha constituency. Uluberia is nearest town to joka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Joka
The population details of Joka 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 | 4,137 | 2,124 | 2,013 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 518 | 262 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,039 | 1,612 | 1,427 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,098 | 512 | 586 |
Connectivity of Joka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Joka
Where is Joka located?
Joka village is situated in Bagnan I Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joka?
The Gram Panchayat of Joka is Bachhri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Joka?
The pincode of Joka is 711303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Joka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Joka is 4,137, with 2,124 males and 2,013 females.
How many households are there in Joka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Joka village has a total of 859 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Joka is 73.46%. The male literacy rate is 75.89%, while the female literacy rate is 70.89%.