Jhitkai

Jhitkai is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.8km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Jhitkai village. As per 2009 stats, Bahin is the gram panchayat of Jhitkai village.

Jhitkai has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Jhitkai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhitkai is 309651. The village spans a total geographical area of 289.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733157. Raigang is nearest town to Jhitkai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Jhitkai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,329 1,189 1,140
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 361 179 182
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,137 591 546
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 1 2
Literate Population 1,207 717 490
Illiterate Population 1,122 472 650

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

  • The total population of Jhitkai village is around 2,329, including approximately 1,189 males and 1,140 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 361 children aged 0–6 years in Jhitkai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhitkai village has 1,137 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jhitkai village is about 51.82%, with male literacy at 60.30% and female literacy at 42.98%.
  • There are around 454 households in Jhitkai village.

Connectivity of Jhitkai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhitkai. As per the 2011 stats, Jhitkai 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 village

Nearby Villages of Jhitkai

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhitkai

Where is Jhitkai located?
Jhitkai village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhitkai?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhitkai is Bahin (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhitkai?
The pincode of Jhitkai is 733157, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhitkai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhitkai is 2,329, with 1,189 males and 1,140 females.
How many households are there in Jhitkai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhitkai village has a total of 454 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhitkai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhitkai is 51.82%. The male literacy rate is 60.30%, while the female literacy rate is 42.98%.