Jhawa

Jhawa is a village located in Deshopran subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Basantia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jhawa village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bamunia is the gram panchayat of Jhawa village.

Jhawa has its own place in the vibrant Purba 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 Jhawa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhawa is 346411. The village spans a total geographical area of 256.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721450. Contai is nearest town to Jhawa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Jhawa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,813 951 862
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 186 104 82
Scheduled Castes (SC) 63 33 30
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,430 785 645
Illiterate Population 383 166 217

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

  • The total population of Jhawa village is around 1,813, including approximately 951 males and 862 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 186 children aged 0–6 years in Jhawa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhawa village has 63 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhawa village is about 78.87%, with male literacy at 82.54% and female literacy at 74.83%.
  • There are around 396 households in Jhawa village.

Connectivity of Jhawa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhawa. As per the 2011 stats, Jhawa 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhawa

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

Payrakola Bargolia Hajrakola Gopalchak Jhawamanu Rautbar Masjidpur Uttar Kadua Paschim Kadua Kadua Mukundapur Gopalpur 5th Part Baghapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhawa

Where is Jhawa located?
Jhawa village is situated in Deshopran Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhawa is Bamunia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhawa?
The pincode of Jhawa is 721450, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhawa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhawa is 1,813, with 951 males and 862 females.
How many households are there in Jhawa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhawa village has a total of 396 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhawa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhawa is 78.87%. The male literacy rate is 82.54%, while the female literacy rate is 74.83%.