Jhikra
About Jhikra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhikra village is 323405. Jhikra village is located in Deganga subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.5km away from sub-district headquarter Deganga. Barasat is the district headquarter of Jhikra village. As per 2009 stats, Hadipur Jhikra I is the gram panchayat of Jhikra village.
The total geographical area of village is 208.5 hectares. Jhikra has a total population of 4,315 peoples, out of which male population is 2,194 while female population is 2,121. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 966 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhikra village is 71.61% out of which 75.89% males and 67.19% females are literate. There are about 996 houses in jhikra village. Pincode of jhikra village locality is 743425.
When it comes to administration, Jhikra 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, Jhikra village comes under Deganga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Barasat Lok Sabha constituency. Barasat is nearest town to jhikra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km 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 | 4,315 | 2,194 | 2,121 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 519 | 261 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 483 | 257 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 3,090 | 1,665 | 1,425 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,225 | 529 | 696 |
Connectivity of Jhikra
| 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 <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhikra
Where is Jhikra located?
Jhikra village is situated in Deganga Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhikra?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhikra is Hadipur Jhikra I (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 743425, 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 4,315, with 2,194 males and 2,121 females.
How many households are there in Jhikra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhikra village has a total of 996 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhikra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikra is 71.61%. The male literacy rate is 75.89%, while the female literacy rate is 67.19%.