Purba Jalefa - Sabroom, South Tripura
Purba Jalefa is a village situated in the Sabroom subdivision of South Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 15 km from Satchand and around 82 km from Udaipur. East Jalefa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Jalefa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Jalefa is 272418. The village covers a total geographical area of 1117.58 hectares and falls under the 799145 pincode. Sabroom is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Purba Jalefa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sabroom Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Jalefa
As per Census 2011, Purba Jalefa village has a total population of 4,150 people, consisting of 2,100 males and 2,050 females. The village has 1,063 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 474 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,408 literate and 742 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,497 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 550 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Jalefa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,150 | 2,100 | 2,050 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 474 | 230 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,497 | 775 | 722 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 550 | 271 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 3,408 | 1,791 | 1,617 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 309 | 433 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Jalefa
Purba Jalefa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paschim Ludhua | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Paschim Sabrum | East | 2.84 km |
| Paschim Jalefa | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Purba Ludhua | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Harina | West | 3.89 km |
| Aliamara | East | 4.58 km |
| Bijoynagar | South-West | 5.66 km |
| Guachand | North-West | 6.05 km |
| Gaurifa | North-West | 6.22 km |
| Rupaichhari | North | 6.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Jalefa
Purba Jalefa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Teliamura, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sabroom to Purba Jalefa is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Purba Jalefa is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Jalefa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Jalefa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purba Jalefa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Jalefa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purba Jalefa
Where is Purba Jalefa located?
Purba Jalefa village is located in Sabroom Subdivision, South Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Jalefa?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Jalefa is East Jalefa.
What is the pincode of Purba Jalefa?
The pincode of Purba Jalefa is 799145.
What is the population of Purba Jalefa?
Purba Jalefa has a total population of 4,150, including 2,100 males and 2,050 females.
How many households are there in Purba Jalefa?
There are 1,063 households in Purba Jalefa.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Jalefa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Jalefa is 82.12%. Male literacy is 85.29% and female literacy is 78.88%.