Jhikra
Jhikra is a village located in Haringhata subdivision of Nadia district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.2km away from sub-district headquarter Subarnapur (tehsildar office) and 67.7km away from district headquarter Krishnanagar. As per 2009 stats, Nagarukhra Ii is the gram panchayat of Jhikra village.
Jhikra has its own place in the vibrant Nadia region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jhikra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhikra is 322408. The village spans a total geographical area of 209.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 741257. Habra is nearest town to Jhikra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Jhikra
Below is a concise population overview of Jhikra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,172 | 1,680 | 1,492 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 141 | 107 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,554 | 832 | 722 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
Literate Population | 2,644 | 1,464 | 1,180 |
Illiterate Population | 528 | 216 | 312 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhikra village:
- The total population of Jhikra village is around 3,172, including approximately 1,680 males and 1,492 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 248 children aged 0–6 years in Jhikra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhikra village has 1,554 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 23 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhikra village is about 83.35%, with male literacy at 87.14% and female literacy at 79.09%.
- There are around 754 households in Jhikra village.
Connectivity of Jhikra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhikra. As per the 2011 stats, Jhikra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Jhikra
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhikra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhikra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhikra
- Where is Jhikra located?
- Jhikra village is situated in Haringhata Subdivision, within the Nadia district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhikra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhikra is Nagarukhra Ii (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 741257, 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 3,172, with 1,680 males and 1,492 females.
- How many households are there in Jhikra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhikra village has a total of 754 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhikra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikra is 83.35%. The male literacy rate is 87.14%, while the female literacy rate is 79.09%.