Jorshal
Jorshal is a village located in Barjora subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.8km away from sub-district headquarter Barjora. Bankura is the district headquarter of Jorshal village. As per 2009 stats, Chhandar is the gram panchayat of Jorshal village.
Here you can discover what makes Jorshal unique in its vibrant Barjora-Bankura region. You’ll see Jorshal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jorshal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jorshal is 327323. The village spans a total geographical area of 353.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722203. Bankura is nearest town to Jorshal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Jorshal
Population of Jorshal
According to the 2011 Census, Jorshal has a total population of about 993, with approximately 518 males and 475 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 126 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 352 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.26%, with male literacy at about 72.97% and female literacy near 58.95%. There are around 211 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jorshal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 993 | 518 | 475 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 66 | 60 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 180 | 172 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 658 | 378 | 280 |
Illiterate Population | 335 | 140 | 195 |
Connectivity of Jorshal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jorshal. As per the 2011 stats, Jorshal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jorshal
Knowing the nearby villages of Jorshal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jorshal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jorshal
- Where is Jorshal located?
- Jorshal village is situated in Barjora Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jorshal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jorshal is Chhandar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jorshal?
- The pincode of Jorshal is 722203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jorshal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jorshal is 993, with 518 males and 475 females.
- How many households are there in Jorshal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jorshal village has a total of 211 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jorshal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jorshal is 66.26%. The male literacy rate is 72.97%, while the female literacy rate is 58.95%.