Jalau - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Jalau is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Bhitarandhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalau is 397329. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 754139 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Jalau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalau
According to the 2011 Census, Jalau village had a total population of 428 people, including 215 males and 213 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.02%, with male literacy at 97.54% and female literacy at 86.36%.
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 | 428 | 215 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 198 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 17 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Jalau
Jalau 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 Jalau
Jalau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Jalau has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Paradip to Jalau is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Jalau is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jalau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jalau
Where is Jalau located?
Jalau village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalau?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalau is Bhitarandhari.
What is the pincode of Jalau?
The pincode of Jalau is 754139.
What is the population of Jalau?
Jalau had a total population of 428, including 215 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Jalau?
Jalau had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalau was 92.02%. Male literacy was 97.54% and female literacy was 86.36%.