Jerai - Chabua, Dibrugarh
Jerai is a village situated in the Chabua subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chabua and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Jerai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jerai is 291430. The village covers a total geographical area of 365.16 hectares and falls under the 786183 pincode. Chabua is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jerai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahowal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jerai
According to the 2011 Census, Jerai village had a total population of 1,664 people, including 852 males and 812 females, living in 362 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.41%, with male literacy at 87.85% and female literacy at 70.80%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,664 | 852 | 812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 111 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,165 | 651 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 201 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Jerai
Jerai 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 Jerai
Jerai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jerai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chabua to Jerai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Jerai is about 40 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 Jerai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jerai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jerai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jerai 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jerai
Where is Jerai located?
Jerai village is located in Chabua Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jerai?
Jerai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jerai?
The pincode of Jerai is 786183.
What is the population of Jerai?
Jerai had a total population of 1,664, including 852 males and 812 females.
How many households are there in Jerai?
Jerai had 362 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jerai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jerai was 79.41%. Male literacy was 87.85% and female literacy was 70.80%.