Jhikadanga

Jhikadanga is a village located in Harischandrapur I subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 25.2km away from sub-district headquarter Harischandrapur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Bhingole is the gram panchayat of Jhikadanga village.

Here you can discover what makes Jhikadanga unique in its vibrant Harischandrapur I-Maldah region. You’ll see Jhikadanga’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 Jhikadanga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhikadanga is 312023. The village spans a total geographical area of 137.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732140. Malda is nearest town to Jhikadanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.

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Population of Jhikadanga

According to the 2011 Census, Jhikadanga has a total population of about 789, with approximately 406 males and 383 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 99 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 123 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.48%, with male literacy at about 76.11% and female literacy near 66.58%. There are around 171 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhikadanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 789 406 383
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 99 47 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 123 63 60
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 564 309 255
Illiterate Population 225 97 128

Connectivity of Jhikadanga

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhikadanga

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhikadanga

Where is Jhikadanga located?
Jhikadanga village is situated in Harischandrapur I Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhikadanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhikadanga is Bhingole (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhikadanga?
The pincode of Jhikadanga is 732140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhikadanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhikadanga is 789, with 406 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Jhikadanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhikadanga village has a total of 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhikadanga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikadanga is 71.48%. The male literacy rate is 76.11%, while the female literacy rate is 66.58%.