Jara Kusum - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Jara Kusum is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Kuliana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jara Kusum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jara Kusum is 340484. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.05 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Jara Kusum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nayagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jara Kusum
As per Census 2011, Jara Kusum village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 177 males and 170 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 191 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jara Kusum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 177 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 124 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 115 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 62 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Jara Kusum
Jara Kusum 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 Jara Kusum
Jara Kusum is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jhargram to Jara Kusum is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jara Kusum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jara Kusum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jara Kusum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jara Kusum 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jara Kusum
Where is Jara Kusum located?
Jara Kusum village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jara Kusum?
The Gram Panchayat of Jara Kusum is Kuliana.
What is the pincode of Jara Kusum?
The pincode of Jara Kusum is 721506.
What is the population of Jara Kusum?
Jara Kusum has a total population of 347, including 177 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Jara Kusum?
There are 69 households in Jara Kusum.
What is the literacy rate in Jara Kusum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jara Kusum is 55.04%. Male literacy is 64.97% and female literacy is 44.71%.