Jarka
About Jarka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jarka village is 338719. Jarka village is located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.1km away from sub-district headquarter Salbani. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Jarka village. As per 2009 stats, Lalgeria is the gram panchayat of Jarka village.
The total geographical area of village is 76.18 hectares. Jarka has a total population of 211 peoples, out of which male population is 106 while female population is 105. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 990 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jarka village is 62.56% out of which 65.09% males and 60.00% females are literate. There are about 46 houses in jarka village.
When it comes to administration, Jarka 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, Jarka village comes under Salboni Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency. Medinipur is nearest town to jarka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
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Population of Jarka
The population details of Jarka 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 | 211 | 106 | 105 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 132 | 69 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 37 | 42 |
Connectivity of Jarka
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jarka
Where is Jarka located?
Jarka village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarka is Lalgeria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jarka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jarka is 211, with 106 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Jarka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jarka village has a total of 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jarka is 62.56%. The male literacy rate is 65.09%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.