Jharbaragila - Maynaguri, Jalpaiguri
Jharbaragila is a village situated in the Maynaguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maynaguri and around 26.2 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Ramshai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharbaragila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharbaragila is 307513. The village covers a total geographical area of 649.6 hectares and falls under the 735224 pincode. Maynaguri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jharbaragila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jharbaragila
As per Census 2011, Jharbaragila village has a total population of 5,502 people, consisting of 2,841 males and 2,661 females. The village has 1,301 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 665 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,651 literate and 1,851 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,882 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 165 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharbaragila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,502 | 2,841 | 2,661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 665 | 336 | 329 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,882 | 2,020 | 1,862 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 83 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 3,651 | 2,044 | 1,607 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,851 | 797 | 1,054 |
Nearby Villages of Jharbaragila
Jharbaragila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Satvendi | South | 1.67 km |
| Kaoagap | North | 2.30 km |
| Kajaldighi | West | 2.53 km |
| Panbari | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Uttar Kalamati | West | 3.26 km |
| Dakshin Kalamati | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Chapgar | South | 4.16 km |
| Forest Ramsai | East | 4.26 km |
| Chengmari | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Paschim Baragila | South-West | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jharbaragila
Jharbaragila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Betgara, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maynaguri to Jharbaragila is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Jharbaragila is about 26.2 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 Jharbaragila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharbaragila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jharbaragila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharbaragila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jharbaragila
Where is Jharbaragila located?
Jharbaragila village is located in Maynaguri Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharbaragila?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharbaragila is Ramshai.
What is the pincode of Jharbaragila?
The pincode of Jharbaragila is 735224.
What is the population of Jharbaragila?
Jharbaragila has a total population of 5,502, including 2,841 males and 2,661 females.
How many households are there in Jharbaragila?
There are 1,301 households in Jharbaragila.
What is the literacy rate in Jharbaragila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharbaragila is 66.36%. Male literacy is 71.95% and female literacy is 60.39%.