Jalukhan
Jalukhan is a village located in Nabagram subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Nabagram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jalukhan village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Narayanpur is the gram panchayat of Jalukhan village.
Here you can discover what makes Jalukhan unique in its vibrant Nabagram-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Jalukhan’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 Jalukhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalukhan is 314999. The village spans a total geographical area of 347.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742181. Berhampore is nearest town to Jalukhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Jalukhan
According to the 2011 Census, Jalukhan has a total population of about 1,230, with approximately 630 males and 600 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 165 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 580 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 409. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.59%, with male literacy at about 67.78% and female literacy near 51.00%. There are around 277 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jalukhan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,230 | 630 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 80 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 580 | 304 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 207 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 733 | 427 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 203 | 294 |
Connectivity of Jalukhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalukhan. As per the 2011 stats, Jalukhan 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 Jalukhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Jalukhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalukhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jalukhan
- Where is Jalukhan located?
- Jalukhan village is situated in Nabagram Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jalukhan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jalukhan is Narayanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jalukhan?
- The pincode of Jalukhan is 742181, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jalukhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalukhan is 1,230, with 630 males and 600 females.
- How many households are there in Jalukhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jalukhan village has a total of 277 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jalukhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalukhan is 59.59%. The male literacy rate is 67.78%, while the female literacy rate is 51.00%.