Joka

Joka is a village located in Udaynarayanpur subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.6km away from sub-district headquarter Udaynarayanpur (tehsildar office) and 42.2km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Bangalpur is the gram panchayat of Joka village.

Joka 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 Joka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Joka is 332516. The village spans a total geographical area of 159.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711226. Howrah is nearest town to Joka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.

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Population of Joka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,509 1,293 1,216
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 232 116 116
Scheduled Castes (SC) 145 71 74
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,865 1,021 844
Illiterate Population 644 272 372

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

  • The total population of Joka village is around 2,509, including approximately 1,293 males and 1,216 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 232 children aged 0–6 years in Joka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Joka village has 145 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Joka village is about 74.33%, with male literacy at 78.96% and female literacy at 69.41%.
  • There are around 556 households in Joka village.

Connectivity of Joka

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

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

Nearby Villages of Joka

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

Jangalpara Belgram Senpur Dwitiya Akna Dwitiya Chak Thakurani Sonagachhi Jagalda Jaynagar Naranarayanpur Chak Mansuka Kumar Chak Kismat Kanupat

Frequently Asked Questions about Joka

Where is Joka located?
Joka village is situated in Udaynarayanpur Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joka?
The Gram Panchayat of Joka is Bangalpur (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 711226, 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 2,509, with 1,293 males and 1,216 females.
How many households are there in Joka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Joka village has a total of 556 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Joka is 74.33%. The male literacy rate is 78.96%, while the female literacy rate is 69.41%.