Jhinga - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Jhinga is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.4 km from Sarisha and around 34.9 km from Alipore. Sarisa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhinga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhinga is 334485. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.12 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Jhinga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhinga
As per Census 2011, Jhinga village has a total population of 2,393 people, consisting of 1,252 males and 1,141 females. The village has 485 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,676 literate and 717 illiterate residents. Additionally, 728 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhinga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,393 | 1,252 | 1,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 158 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 728 | 384 | 344 |
| Literate Population | 1,676 | 928 | 748 |
| Illiterate Population | 717 | 324 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Jhinga
Jhinga is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jhinga
Jhinga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jhinga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Jhinga is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Jhinga is about 34.9 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhinga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhinga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhinga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhinga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhinga
Where is Jhinga located?
Jhinga village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhinga?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhinga is Sarisa.
What is the pincode of Jhinga?
The pincode of Jhinga is 743330.
What is the population of Jhinga?
Jhinga has a total population of 2,393, including 1,252 males and 1,141 females.
How many households are there in Jhinga?
There are 485 households in Jhinga.
What is the literacy rate in Jhinga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhinga is 70.04%. Male literacy is 74.12% and female literacy is 65.56%.