Jhanpa
Jhanpa is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.6km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 11.4km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Rajhat is the gram panchayat of Jhanpa village.
Jhanpa 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 Jhanpa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhanpa is 325158. The village spans a total geographical area of 73.84 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Jhanpa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhanpa 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 Chunchura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jhanpa
Population of Jhanpa
Below is a concise population overview of Jhanpa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 472 | 253 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 231 | 126 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 174 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 79 | 117 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhanpa village:
- The total population of Jhanpa village is around 472, including approximately 253 males and 219 females, with a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Jhanpa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhanpa village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 231 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhanpa village is about 58.47%, with male literacy at 68.77% and female literacy at 46.58%.
- There are around 92 households in Jhanpa village.
Connectivity of Jhanpa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhanpa. As per the 2011 stats, Jhanpa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhanpa
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhanpa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhanpa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhanpa
- Where is Jhanpa located?
- Jhanpa village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhanpa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhanpa is Rajhat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Jhanpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhanpa is 472, with 253 males and 219 females.
- How many households are there in Jhanpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhanpa village has a total of 92 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhanpa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhanpa is 58.47%. The male literacy rate is 68.77%, while the female literacy rate is 46.58%.