Jelas

Jelas is a village located in Dandkhora subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Dandkhora (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Bhamraili is the gram panchayat of Jelas village.

Jelas has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Jelas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jelas is 225429. The village spans a total geographical area of 95.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 855114. Katihar is nearest town to Jelas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Jelas

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,184 618 566
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 256 142 114
Scheduled Castes (SC) 8 4 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 599 359 240
Illiterate Population 585 259 326

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

  • The total population of Jelas village is around 1,184, including approximately 618 males and 566 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 256 children aged 0–6 years in Jelas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jelas village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jelas village is about 50.59%, with male literacy at 58.09% and female literacy at 42.40%.
  • There are around 221 households in Jelas village.

Connectivity of Jelas

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

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

Nearby Villages of Jelas

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

Doasi Mangurjan Kandharpaili Lohari Nohari Majhwa Bhelahi Arazi Bhelahi Chapra Ragheli Raghaili

Frequently Asked Questions about Jelas

Where is Jelas located?
Jelas village is situated in Dandkhora Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jelas?
The Gram Panchayat of Jelas is Bhamraili (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jelas?
The pincode of Jelas is 855114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jelas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jelas is 1,184, with 618 males and 566 females.
How many households are there in Jelas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jelas village has a total of 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jelas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jelas is 50.59%. The male literacy rate is 58.09%, while the female literacy rate is 42.40%.