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.
Here you can discover what makes Jhawa unique in its vibrant Deshopran-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Jhawa’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 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.
Google Map of Jhawa
Population of Jhawa
According to the 2011 Census, Jhawa has a total population of about 1,813, with approximately 951 males and 862 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 186 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 63 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.87%, with male literacy at about 82.54% and female literacy near 74.83%. There are around 396 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhawa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.