Jalkaur - Mahishi, Saharsa
Jalkaur is a village situated in the Mahishi subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahishi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Mahishi South serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalkaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalkaur is 226384. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 852216 pincode. Saharsa is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jalkaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simri bakhtiarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khagaria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalkaur
According to the 2011 Census, Jalkaur village had a total population of 187 people, including 94 males and 93 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.64%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 80.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 187 | 94 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 21 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Jalkaur
Jalkaur 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 Jalkaur
Jalkaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Jalkaur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharsa to Jalkaur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalkaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalkaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jalkaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalkaur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jalkaur
Where is Jalkaur located?
Jalkaur village is located in Mahishi Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalkaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalkaur is Mahishi South.
What is the pincode of Jalkaur?
The pincode of Jalkaur is 852216.
What is the population of Jalkaur?
Jalkaur had a total population of 187, including 94 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Jalkaur?
Jalkaur had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalkaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalkaur was 83.64%. Male literacy was 86.90% and female literacy was 80.25%.