Jhikra
About Jhikra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhikra village is 315688. Jhikra village is located in Beldanga Ii subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Saktipur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jhikra village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kashipur is the gram panchayat of Jhikra village.
The total geographical area of village is 1418.36 hectares. Jhikra has a total population of 8,075 peoples, out of which male population is 4,165 while female population is 3,910. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 938 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhikra village is 55.62% out of which 56.76% males and 54.40% females are literate. There are about 1,886 houses in jhikra village. Pincode of jhikra village locality is 742174.
Beldanga is nearest town to jhikra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Jhikra
The population details of Jhikra 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 | 8,075 | 4,165 | 3,910 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,056 | 529 | 527 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 805 | 395 | 410 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,491 | 2,364 | 2,127 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,584 | 1,801 | 1,783 |
Connectivity of Jhikra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhikra
Where is Jhikra located?
Jhikra village is situated in Beldanga Ii Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhikra?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhikra is Kashipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhikra?
The pincode of Jhikra is 742174, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhikra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhikra is 8,075, with 4,165 males and 3,910 females.
How many households are there in Jhikra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhikra village has a total of 1,886 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhikra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikra is 55.62%. The male literacy rate is 56.76%, while the female literacy rate is 54.40%.