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.

Jorshal has its own place in the vibrant Bankura 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 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.

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Population of Jorshal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Jorshal village is around 993, including approximately 518 males and 475 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 126 children aged 0–6 years in Jorshal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jorshal village has 352 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jorshal village is about 66.26%, with male literacy at 72.97% and female literacy at 58.95%.
  • There are around 211 households in Jorshal village.

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)
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.

Sirsa Saluka Jaykrishnapur Sarenga Ramharipur Bara Bendya Dhengakend Ladna Methena Kushma Joytunga Chadanpur

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%.