Jeel

Jeel is a village located in Soreng subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Soreng (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Gyalshing . As per 2009 stats, Sangadorji is the gram panchayat of Jeel village.

Jeel has its own place in the vibrant West District 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 Jeel

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jeel is 261056. The village spans a total geographical area of 267.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737111. Naya Bazar is nearest town to Jeel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.

When it comes to local governance, Jeel village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rinchenpong Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Jeel

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 744 398 346
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 91 46 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 35 18 17
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 393 201 192
Literate Population 406 231 175
Illiterate Population 338 167 171

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

  • The total population of Jeel village is around 744, including approximately 398 males and 346 females, with a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Jeel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jeel village has 35 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 393 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jeel village is about 54.57%, with male literacy at 58.04% and female literacy at 50.58%.
  • There are around 159 households in Jeel village.

Connectivity of Jeel

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jeel. As per the 2011 stats, Jeel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jeel

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jeel

Where is Jeel located?
Jeel village is situated in Soreng Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jeel?
The Gram Panchayat of Jeel is Sangadorji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jeel?
The pincode of Jeel is 737111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jeel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jeel is 744, with 398 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Jeel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jeel village has a total of 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jeel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jeel is 54.57%. The male literacy rate is 58.04%, while the female literacy rate is 50.58%.