Jharikhanda

Jharikhanda is a village located in Goghat Ii subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.9km away from sub-district headquarter Goghat (tehsildar office) and 86.1km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Kumarganj is the gram panchayat of Jharikhanda village.

Jharikhanda has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Jharikhanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jharikhanda is 324142. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712602. Arambagh is nearest town to Jharikhanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Jharikhanda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 439 225 214
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 25 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) 255 128 127
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 34 20 14
Literate Population 258 146 112
Illiterate Population 181 79 102

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

  • The total population of Jharikhanda village is around 439, including approximately 225 males and 214 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Jharikhanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jharikhanda village has 255 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 34 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jharikhanda village is about 58.77%, with male literacy at 64.89% and female literacy at 52.34%.
  • There are around 105 households in Jharikhanda village.

Connectivity of Jharikhanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jharikhanda. As per the 2011 stats, Jharikhanda 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jharikhanda

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jharikhanda

Where is Jharikhanda located?
Jharikhanda village is situated in Goghat Ii Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharikhanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharikhanda is Kumarganj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jharikhanda?
The pincode of Jharikhanda is 712602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jharikhanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jharikhanda is 439, with 225 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Jharikhanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jharikhanda village has a total of 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jharikhanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharikhanda is 58.77%. The male literacy rate is 64.89%, while the female literacy rate is 52.34%.