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.

Here you can discover what makes Jharikhanda unique in its vibrant Goghat Ii-Hugli region. You’ll see Jharikhanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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

According to the 2011 Census, Jharikhanda has a total population of about 439, with approximately 225 males and 214 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 255 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 34. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.77%, with male literacy at about 64.89% and female literacy near 52.34%. There are around 105 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jharikhanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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%.