Jhunka
About Jhunka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhunka village is 315601. Jhunka village is located in Beldanga I subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Beldanga are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jhunka village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bhabta Ii is the gram panchayat of Jhunka village.
The total geographical area of village is 465.87 hectares. Jhunka has a total population of 8,783 peoples, out of which male population is 4,580 while female population is 4,203. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 917 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhunka village is 57.65% out of which 59.56% males and 55.56% females are literate. There are about 1,914 houses in jhunka village. Pincode of jhunka village locality is 742134.
When it comes to administration, Jhunka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jhunka village comes under Beldanga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Baharampur Lok Sabha constituency. Beldanga is nearest town to jhunka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
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Population of Jhunka
The population details of Jhunka cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,783 | 4,580 | 4,203 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,481 | 757 | 724 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,063 | 2,728 | 2,335 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,720 | 1,852 | 1,868 |
Connectivity of Jhunka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhunka
Where is Jhunka located?
Jhunka village is situated in Beldanga I Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhunka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhunka is Bhabta Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhunka?
The pincode of Jhunka is 742134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhunka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhunka is 8,783, with 4,580 males and 4,203 females.
How many households are there in Jhunka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhunka village has a total of 1,914 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhunka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhunka is 57.65%. The male literacy rate is 59.56%, while the female literacy rate is 55.56%.