Jiray - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Jiray is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Bandgaon and around 65 km from Chaibasa. Tebo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jiray village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jiray is 377178. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Jiray village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jiray
According to the 2011 Census, Jiray village had a total population of 164 people, including 81 males and 83 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.70%, with male literacy at 80.30% and female literacy at 39.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 53 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 28 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Jiray
Jiray is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lowahatu | East | 1.17 km |
| Kopa | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Dombari | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Guipai | West | 2.13 km |
| Pingu | East | 2.30 km |
| Bingburu | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Kandeyong | South | 2.87 km |
| Kandajui | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Chatma | North | 3.16 km |
| Mamla | North-West | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jiray
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jiray. The nearest railway station is Sonua, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Jiray is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jiray
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jiray village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jiray
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jiray village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jiray
Where is Jiray located?
Jiray village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jiray?
The Gram Panchayat of Jiray is Tebo.
What is the pincode of Jiray?
The pincode of Jiray is 833201.
What is the population of Jiray?
Jiray had a total population of 164, including 81 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Jiray?
Jiray had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jiray?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jiray was 59.70%. Male literacy was 80.30% and female literacy was 39.71%.