Jamirail - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Jamirail is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 73.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Akcha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamirail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamirail is 310334. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.9 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliagamj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jamirail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamirail
As per Census 2011, Jamirail village has a total population of 434 people, consisting of 219 males and 215 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 225 literate and 209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 433 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamirail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 434 | 219 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 218 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 225 | 124 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 95 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Jamirail
Jamirail 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 Jamirail
Jamirail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kaliagamj to Jamirail is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Jamirail is about 73.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamirail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamirail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamirail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamirail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jamirail
Where is Jamirail located?
Jamirail village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamirail?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamirail is Akcha.
What is the pincode of Jamirail?
The pincode of Jamirail is 733132.
What is the population of Jamirail?
Jamirail has a total population of 434, including 219 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Jamirail?
There are 91 households in Jamirail.
What is the literacy rate in Jamirail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamirail is 51.84%. Male literacy is 56.62% and female literacy is 46.98%.