Jalkarampur - Haringhata, Nadia
Jalkarampur is a village situated in the Haringhata subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Subarnapur and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Mollabelia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalkarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalkarampur is 322362. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.94 hectares and falls under the 741257 pincode. Habra is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jalkarampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jalkarampur
As per Census 2011, Jalkarampur village has a total population of 2,244 people, consisting of 1,154 males and 1,090 females. The village has 519 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,640 literate and 604 illiterate residents. Additionally, 371 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 128 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalkarampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,244 | 1,154 | 1,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 131 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 198 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 71 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 1,640 | 903 | 737 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 251 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Jalkarampur
Jalkarampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamunbaria | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Dasdia | West | 1.50 km |
| Kathdanga | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Barasat | South | 1.93 km |
| Sekandarpur | East | 2.07 km |
| Dakshin Datta Para | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Madhpur | North | 2.17 km |
| Hari Puknaria | South | 2.29 km |
| Kurambelia | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Jalkar Bhomra | North-East | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jalkarampur
Jalkarampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Habra to Jalkarampur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Jalkarampur is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalkarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalkarampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jalkarampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalkarampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jalkarampur
Where is Jalkarampur located?
Jalkarampur village is located in Haringhata Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalkarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalkarampur is Mollabelia.
What is the pincode of Jalkarampur?
The pincode of Jalkarampur is 741257.
What is the population of Jalkarampur?
Jalkarampur has a total population of 2,244, including 1,154 males and 1,090 females.
How many households are there in Jalkarampur?
There are 519 households in Jalkarampur.
What is the literacy rate in Jalkarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalkarampur is 73.08%. Male literacy is 78.25% and female literacy is 67.61%.