Jorka

Jorka is a village located in Balarampur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.2km away from sub-district headquarter Balarampur (tehsildar office) and 24.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Ghatbera Kerowa is the gram panchayat of Jorka village.

Jorka has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Jorka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jorka is 331668. The village spans a total geographical area of 33.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723152. Balarampur is nearest town to Jorka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Jorka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 84 48 36
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 18 8 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) 83 47 36
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 40 32 8
Illiterate Population 44 16 28

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

  • The total population of Jorka village is around 84, including approximately 48 males and 36 females, with a sex ratio of 750 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 18 children aged 0–6 years in Jorka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jorka village has 83 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jorka village is about 47.62%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 22.22%.
  • There are around 14 households in Jorka village.

Connectivity of Jorka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jorka. As per the 2011 stats, Jorka 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jorka

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

Berada Baraurmma Chhota Urmma Latadah Tilai Dandudi Keraya Jugidi Kashidi Giting Lahar Karma Bersa

Frequently Asked Questions about Jorka

Where is Jorka located?
Jorka village is situated in Balarampur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jorka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jorka is Ghatbera Kerowa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jorka?
The pincode of Jorka is 723152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jorka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jorka is 84, with 48 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Jorka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jorka village has a total of 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jorka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jorka is 47.62%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 22.22%.