Jhikarhati
About Jhikarhati
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhikarhati village is 315835. Jhikarhati village is located in Burwan subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Gram Salkia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jhikarhati village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kalyanpur Ii is the gram panchayat of Jhikarhati village.
The total geographical area of village is 958.63 hectares. Jhikarhati has a total population of 8,163 peoples, out of which male population is 4,224 while female population is 3,939. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 932 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhikarhati village is 59.57% out of which 63.75% males and 55.09% females are literate. There are about 1,933 houses in jhikarhati village. Pincode of jhikarhati village locality is 742168.
When it comes to administration, Jhikarhati 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, Jhikarhati village comes under Khargram Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jangipur Lok Sabha constituency. Kandi is nearest town to jhikarhati village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Jhikarhati
The population details of Jhikarhati 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 | 8,163 | 4,224 | 3,939 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,200 | 648 | 552 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,247 | 648 | 599 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 4,863 | 2,693 | 2,170 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,300 | 1,531 | 1,769 |
Connectivity of Jhikarhati
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhikarhati
Where is Jhikarhati located?
Jhikarhati village is situated in Burwan Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhikarhati?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhikarhati is Kalyanpur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhikarhati?
The pincode of Jhikarhati is 742168, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhikarhati as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhikarhati is 8,163, with 4,224 males and 3,939 females.
How many households are there in Jhikarhati as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhikarhati village has a total of 1,933 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhikarhati as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikarhati is 59.57%. The male literacy rate is 63.75%, while the female literacy rate is 55.09%.