Jalika
Jalika is a village located in Purulia Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.4km away from Purulia, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Jalika village. As per 2009 stats, Belma is the gram panchayat of Jalika village.
Jalika 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 Jalika
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalika is 329932. The village spans a total geographical area of 279.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723126. Purulia is nearest town to Jalika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Jalika
Below is a concise population overview of Jalika as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,044 | 1,064 | 980 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 156 | 144 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,306 | 677 | 629 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Literate Population | 904 | 594 | 310 |
Illiterate Population | 1,140 | 470 | 670 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jalika village:
- The total population of Jalika village is around 2,044, including approximately 1,064 males and 980 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 300 children aged 0–6 years in Jalika village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jalika village has 1,306 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jalika village is about 44.23%, with male literacy at 55.83% and female literacy at 31.63%.
- There are around 458 households in Jalika village.
Connectivity of Jalika
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalika. As per the 2011 stats, Jalika had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jalika
Knowing the nearby villages of Jalika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalika.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jalika
- Where is Jalika located?
- Jalika village is situated in Purulia Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jalika?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jalika is Belma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jalika?
- The pincode of Jalika is 723126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jalika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalika is 2,044, with 1,064 males and 980 females.
- How many households are there in Jalika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jalika village has a total of 458 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jalika as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalika is 44.23%. The male literacy rate is 55.83%, while the female literacy rate is 31.63%.