Jonka - Shyampur - II, Howrah
Jonka is a village situated in the Shyampur - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.9 km from Shyampur and around 56.3 km from Howrah. Bachhri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jonka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jonka is 333220. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.96 hectares and falls under the 711226 pincode. Khalore is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jonka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shyampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jonka
As per Census 2011, Jonka village has a total population of 1,624 people, consisting of 816 males and 808 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,072 literate and 552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jonka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,624 | 816 | 808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 123 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 59 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 1,072 | 563 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 253 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Jonka
Jonka is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jonka
Jonka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khalore to Jonka is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Jonka is about 56.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jonka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jonka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jonka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jonka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jonka
Where is Jonka located?
Jonka village is located in Shyampur - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jonka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jonka is Bachhri.
What is the pincode of Jonka?
The pincode of Jonka is 711226.
What is the population of Jonka?
Jonka has a total population of 1,624, including 816 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Jonka?
There are 339 households in Jonka.
What is the literacy rate in Jonka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jonka is 66.01%. Male literacy is 69.00% and female literacy is 63.00%.