Jaherpur - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Jaherpur is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 85.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Beroil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaherpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaherpur is 310362. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.75 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jaherpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jaherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Jaherpur village had a total population of 271 people, including 132 males and 139 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.53%, with male literacy at 45.10% and female literacy at 40.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 150.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 132 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 68 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 86 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Jaherpur
Jaherpur 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 Jaherpur
Public transport in the Jaherpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliaganj to Jaherpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Jaherpur is about 85.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaherpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaherpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jaherpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaherpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jaherpur
Where is Jaherpur located?
Jaherpur village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jaherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaherpur is Beroil.
What is the pincode of Jaherpur?
The pincode of Jaherpur is 733132.
What is the population of Jaherpur?
Jaherpur had a total population of 271, including 132 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Jaherpur?
Jaherpur had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaherpur was 42.53%. Male literacy was 45.10% and female literacy was 40.34%.