Irkha

Irkha is a village located in Nanda Kumar subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Nanda Kumar are the district & sub-district headquarters of Irkha village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Byabattarhatpaschim is the gram panchayat of Irkha village.

Irkha 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 Irkha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Irkha is 344682. The village spans a total geographical area of 106.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721648. Tamluk is nearest town to Irkha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Irkha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,754 906 848
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 217 99 118
Scheduled Castes (SC) 17 7 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,424 776 648
Illiterate Population 330 130 200

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

  • The total population of Irkha village is around 1,754, including approximately 906 males and 848 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 217 children aged 0–6 years in Irkha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Irkha village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Irkha village is about 81.19%, with male literacy at 85.65% and female literacy at 76.42%.
  • There are around 399 households in Irkha village.

Connectivity of Irkha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Irkha. As per the 2011 stats, Irkha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Irkha

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

Nachhipur Dakshin Damodarpur Ramchandrapur Bakhrabad Bengimuda Kalidahi Padumkhana Puyeda Nilkunthya Purushottampur Kamarda

Frequently Asked Questions about Irkha

Where is Irkha located?
Irkha village is situated in Nanda Kumar Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irkha?
The Gram Panchayat of Irkha is Byabattarhatpaschim (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Irkha?
The pincode of Irkha is 721648, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Irkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Irkha is 1,754, with 906 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Irkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Irkha village has a total of 399 households.
What is the literacy rate in Irkha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Irkha is 81.19%. The male literacy rate is 85.65%, while the female literacy rate is 76.42%.