Joka

Joka is a village located in Bongaon subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.8km away from sub-district headquarter Bongaon (tehsildar office) and 68.8km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Sundarpur is the gram panchayat of Joka village.

Joka has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas 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 Joka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Joka is 322531. The village spans a total geographical area of 55.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743251. Bangaon is nearest town to Joka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Joka

Below is a concise population overview of Joka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 692 350 342
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 47 22 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) 187 85 102
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 601 324 277
Illiterate Population 91 26 65

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Joka village:

  • The total population of Joka village is around 692, including approximately 350 males and 342 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Joka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Joka village has 187 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Joka village is about 86.85%, with male literacy at 92.57% and female literacy at 80.99%.
  • There are around 175 households in Joka village.

Connectivity of Joka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Joka. As per the 2011 stats, Joka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Joka

Knowing the nearby villages of Joka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Joka.

Keutipara Bharatpur Kundipur Jalkar Kundipur Krishnachandrapur Bhulat Rautara Patshimulia Petangi Bangangram Banglani

Frequently Asked Questions about Joka

Where is Joka located?
Joka village is situated in Bongaon Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joka?
The Gram Panchayat of Joka is Sundarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Joka?
The pincode of Joka is 743251, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Joka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Joka is 692, with 350 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Joka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Joka village has a total of 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Joka is 86.85%. The male literacy rate is 92.57%, while the female literacy rate is 80.99%.