Jalkadanga
Jalkadanga is a village located in Kharagpur I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jalkadanga village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kalaikunda is the gram panchayat of Jalkadanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Jalkadanga unique in its vibrant Kharagpur I-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Jalkadanga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jalkadanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalkadanga is 341444. The village spans a total geographical area of 21.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721145. Midnapur is nearest town to Jalkadanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Jalkadanga
Population of Jalkadanga
According to the 2011 Census, Jalkadanga has a total population of about 169, with approximately 88 males and 81 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 13 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 140 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.09%, with male literacy at about 73.86% and female literacy near 55.56%. There are around 40 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jalkadanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 169 | 88 | 81 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 72 | 68 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
Literate Population | 110 | 65 | 45 |
Illiterate Population | 59 | 23 | 36 |
Connectivity of Jalkadanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalkadanga. As per the 2011 stats, Jalkadanga 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jalkadanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Jalkadanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalkadanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jalkadanga
- Where is Jalkadanga located?
- Jalkadanga village is situated in Kharagpur I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jalkadanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jalkadanga is Kalaikunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jalkadanga?
- The pincode of Jalkadanga is 721145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jalkadanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalkadanga is 169, with 88 males and 81 females.
- How many households are there in Jalkadanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jalkadanga village has a total of 40 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jalkadanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalkadanga is 65.09%. The male literacy rate is 73.86%, while the female literacy rate is 55.56%.