Jayer - Pandua, Hooghly
Jayer is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.2 km from Pandua and around 26.9 km from Chinsura. Jayerdwarbasini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jayer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jayer is 324835. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.09 hectares and falls under the 712152 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Jayer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jayer
As per Census 2011, Jayer village has a total population of 2,092 people, consisting of 1,057 males and 1,035 females. The village has 475 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,472 literate and 620 illiterate residents. Additionally, 861 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jayer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,092 | 1,057 | 1,035 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 105 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 861 | 439 | 422 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 27 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,472 | 789 | 683 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 268 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Jayer
Jayer is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Narikelsanra | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Digha | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Mairari | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Kamtai | East | 1.79 km |
| Sachitara | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Prasadpur | North | 2.02 km |
| Kalyanpur | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Dwarbasini | South | 2.50 km |
| Sibpur | East | 2.53 km |
| Meghsar | South-East | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jayer
Jayer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pundooah, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansberia to Jayer is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Jayer is about 26.9 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jayer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jayer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jayer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jayer 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 Jayer
Where is Jayer located?
Jayer village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jayer?
The Gram Panchayat of Jayer is Jayerdwarbasini.
What is the pincode of Jayer?
The pincode of Jayer is 712152.
What is the population of Jayer?
Jayer has a total population of 2,092, including 1,057 males and 1,035 females.
How many households are there in Jayer?
There are 475 households in Jayer.
What is the literacy rate in Jayer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jayer is 70.36%. Male literacy is 74.65% and female literacy is 65.99%.