Jalai

Jalai is a village located in Mahishi subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Mahishi (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Manovar is the gram panchayat of Jalai village.

Jalai has its own place in the vibrant Saharsa 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 Jalai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalai is 226349. The village spans a total geographical area of 882 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 852216. Saharsa is nearest town to Jalai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.

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Population of Jalai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,722 3,479 3,243
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,575 805 770
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,397 1,226 1,171
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 5 N/A 5
Literate Population 2,222 1,373 849
Illiterate Population 4,500 2,106 2,394

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

  • The total population of Jalai village is around 6,722, including approximately 3,479 males and 3,243 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,575 children aged 0–6 years in Jalai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jalai village has 2,397 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jalai village is about 33.06%, with male literacy at 39.47% and female literacy at 26.18%.
  • There are around 1,299 households in Jalai village.

Connectivity of Jalai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalai. As per the 2011 stats, Jalai 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jalai

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jalai

Where is Jalai located?
Jalai village is situated in Mahishi Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalai?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalai is Manovar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jalai?
The pincode of Jalai is 852216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jalai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalai is 6,722, with 3,479 males and 3,243 females.
How many households are there in Jalai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jalai village has a total of 1,299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalai is 33.06%. The male literacy rate is 39.47%, while the female literacy rate is 26.18%.