Jalda - Chaibasa, West Singhbhum
Jalda is a village situated in the Chaibasa subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Khuntpani and around 20 km from Chaibasa. Barkela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalda is 377535. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.79 hectares and falls under the 833204 pincode.
Jalda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaibasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalda
According to the 2011 Census, Jalda village had a total population of 184 people, including 96 males and 88 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.13%, with male literacy at 51.47% and female literacy at 27.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 184 | 96 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 96 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 35 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 61 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Jalda
Jalda 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 Jalda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jalda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jalda is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jalda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jalda
Where is Jalda located?
Jalda village is located in Chaibasa Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalda is Barkela.
What is the pincode of Jalda?
The pincode of Jalda is 833204.
What is the population of Jalda?
Jalda had a total population of 184, including 96 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Jalda?
Jalda had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalda was 39.13%. Male literacy was 51.47% and female literacy was 27.14%.