Jonka

Jonka is a village located in Shyampur Ii subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.9km away from sub-district headquarter Shyampur (tehsildar office) and 56.3km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Bachhri is the gram panchayat of Jonka village.

Jonka 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 Jonka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jonka is 333220. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711226. Khalore is nearest town to Jonka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Jonka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shyampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Uluberia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Jonka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,624 816 808
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 234 123 111
Scheduled Castes (SC) 118 59 59
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,072 563 509
Illiterate Population 552 253 299

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

  • The total population of Jonka village is around 1,624, including approximately 816 males and 808 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 234 children aged 0–6 years in Jonka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jonka village has 118 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jonka village is about 66.01%, with male literacy at 69.00% and female literacy at 63.00%.
  • There are around 339 households in Jonka village.

Connectivity of Jonka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jonka. As per the 2011 stats, Jonka 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 Jonka

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jonka

Where is Jonka located?
Jonka village is situated in Shyampur Ii Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jonka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jonka is Bachhri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jonka?
The pincode of Jonka is 711226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jonka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jonka is 1,624, with 816 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Jonka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jonka village has a total of 339 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jonka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jonka is 66.01%. The male literacy rate is 69.00%, while the female literacy rate is 63.00%.