Jhikra
About Jhikra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhikra village is 323792. Jhikra village is located in Minakhan subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.2km away from sub-district headquarter Minakhan. Barasat is the district headquarter of Jhikra village. As per 2009 stats, Kumarjole is the gram panchayat of Jhikra village.
The total geographical area of village is 170.9 hectares. Jhikra has a total population of 1,846 peoples, out of which male population is 965 while female population is 881. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 912 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhikra village is 68.31% out of which 74.09% males and 61.98% females are literate. There are about 438 houses in jhikra village. Pincode of jhikra village locality is 743502.
Basirhat is nearest town to jhikra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km 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 | 1,846 | 965 | 881 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 243 | 124 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,686 | 890 | 796 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,261 | 715 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 250 | 335 |
Connectivity of Jhikra
| 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 Jhikra
Where is Jhikra located?
Jhikra village is situated in Minakhan 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 Kumarjole (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 743502, 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 1,846, with 965 males and 881 females.
How many households are there in Jhikra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhikra village has a total of 438 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhikra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikra is 68.31%. The male literacy rate is 74.09%, while the female literacy rate is 61.98%.