Jarka

Jarka is a village located in Garbeta Iii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.5km away from sub-district headquarter Garbeta . Midnapur is the district headquarter of Jarka village. As per 2009 stats, Raskunda is the gram panchayat of Jarka village.

Jarka has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Jarka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jarka is 337321. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721127. C.k. Town is nearest town to Jarka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Jarka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 305 145 160
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 49 26 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 231 110 121
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 176 90 86
Illiterate Population 129 55 74

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

  • The total population of Jarka village is around 305, including approximately 145 males and 160 females, with a sex ratio of 1103 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Jarka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jarka village has 231 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jarka village is about 57.70%, with male literacy at 62.07% and female literacy at 53.75%.
  • There are around 58 households in Jarka village.

Connectivity of Jarka

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

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

Nearby Villages of Jarka

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

Kamdebpur Godasol Balarampur Nerakupa Harsingpur Raskunda Rampur Pani Kotar Jalua Jangalpar Simulia

Frequently Asked Questions about Jarka

Where is Jarka located?
Jarka village is situated in Garbeta Iii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarka is Raskunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jarka?
The pincode of Jarka is 721127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jarka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jarka is 305, with 145 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Jarka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jarka village has a total of 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jarka is 57.70%. The male literacy rate is 62.07%, while the female literacy rate is 53.75%.