Jalai - Kailashahar, Unakoti
Jalai is a village situated in the Kailashahar subdivision of Unakoti district, Tripura. It is located approximately 7 km from Gournagar and around 7 km from Kailasahar. Jalai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalai is 272610. The village covers a total geographical area of 627 hectares and falls under the 799280 pincode. Kailashahar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalai
As per Census 2011, Jalai village has a total population of 3,193 people, consisting of 1,653 males and 1,540 females. The village has 679 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 410 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,521 literate and 672 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,193 | 1,653 | 1,540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 210 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,143 | 586 | 557 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 45 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 2,521 | 1,357 | 1,164 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 296 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Jalai
Jalai 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 Jalai
Jalai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kailashahar to Jalai is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kailasahar to Jalai is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jalai
Where is Jalai located?
Jalai village is located in Kailashahar Subdivision, Unakoti district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalai?
Jalai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalai?
The pincode of Jalai is 799280.
What is the population of Jalai?
Jalai has a total population of 3,193, including 1,653 males and 1,540 females.
How many households are there in Jalai?
There are 679 households in Jalai.
What is the literacy rate in Jalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalai is 78.95%. Male literacy is 82.09% and female literacy is 75.58%.