Jhinga

Jhinga is a village located in Diamond Harbour Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 1.4km away from sub-district headquarter Sarisha (tehsildar office) and 34.9km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Sarisa is the gram panchayat of Jhinga village.

Jhinga has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Jhinga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhinga is 334485. The village spans a total geographical area of 97.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743368. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Jhinga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

When it comes to local governance, Jhinga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Jhinga

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,393 1,252 1,141
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 303 158 145
Scheduled Castes (SC) 728 384 344
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,676 928 748
Illiterate Population 717 324 393

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

  • The total population of Jhinga village is around 2,393, including approximately 1,252 males and 1,141 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 303 children aged 0–6 years in Jhinga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhinga village has 728 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhinga village is about 70.04%, with male literacy at 74.12% and female literacy at 65.56%.
  • There are around 485 households in Jhinga village.

Connectivity of Jhinga

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhinga

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

Kalagachhi Sarisha Narayantala Nabasan Cheora Sukdebpur Nahanna Nasa Kalikamerya Katapukharia Patdaha

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhinga

Where is Jhinga located?
Jhinga village is situated in Diamond Harbour Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhinga?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhinga is Sarisa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhinga?
The pincode of Jhinga is 743368, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhinga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhinga is 2,393, with 1,252 males and 1,141 females.
How many households are there in Jhinga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhinga village has a total of 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhinga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhinga is 70.04%. The male literacy rate is 74.12%, while the female literacy rate is 65.56%.