Japhala Village - Jamboni, Jhargram
Japhala is a village situated in the Jamboni subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Dharsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Japhala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Japhala is 340081. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.61 hectares and falls under the 721505 pincode. Jahrgram is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Japhala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Japhala
As per Census 2011, Japhala village has a total population of 369 people, consisting of 186 males and 183 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 218 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Japhala are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 369 | 186 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 52 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 136 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 50 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Japhala
Japhala 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 Japhala
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Japhala. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Japhala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jahrgram to Japhala is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Japhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Japhala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Japhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Japhala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Japhala
Where is Japhala located?
Japhala village is located in Jamboni Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Japhala?
The Gram Panchayat of Japhala is Dharsa.
What is the pincode of Japhala?
The pincode of Japhala is 721505.
What is the population of Japhala?
Japhala has a total population of 369, including 186 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Japhala?
There are 87 households in Japhala.
What is the literacy rate in Japhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Japhala is 59.08%. Male literacy is 73.12% and female literacy is 44.81%.