Jonkha

Jonkha is a village located in Pingla subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Pingla are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jonkha village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kusumda is the gram panchayat of Jonkha village.

Jonkha 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 Jonkha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jonkha is 342569. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721140. Kharagpore is nearest town to Jonkha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Jonkha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 401 196 205
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 57 26 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 93 43 50
Literate Population 296 155 141
Illiterate Population 105 41 64

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

  • The total population of Jonkha village is around 401, including approximately 196 males and 205 females, with a sex ratio of 1045 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 57 children aged 0–6 years in Jonkha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jonkha village has 93 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jonkha village is about 73.82%, with male literacy at 79.08% and female literacy at 68.78%.
  • There are around 105 households in Jonkha village.

Connectivity of Jonkha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jonkha. As per the 2011 stats, Jonkha 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 Jonkha

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

Radha Krishnapur Gopinathpur Patgere Saugere Chak Chhaunia Madhab Chak Jamna Bajagere Kusumda Khamar Kusumda Mundamari

Frequently Asked Questions about Jonkha

Where is Jonkha located?
Jonkha village is situated in Pingla Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jonkha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jonkha is Kusumda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jonkha?
The pincode of Jonkha is 721140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jonkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jonkha is 401, with 196 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Jonkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jonkha village has a total of 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jonkha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jonkha is 73.82%. The male literacy rate is 79.08%, while the female literacy rate is 68.78%.