Jhau Mahal - Ranaghat - I, Nadia
Jhau Mahal is a village situated in the Ranaghat - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Habibpur and around 40.9 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Tarapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhau Mahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhau Mahal is 322039. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.44 hectares and falls under the 741402 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jhau Mahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhau Mahal
According to the 2011 Census, Jhau Mahal village had a total population of 471 people, including 236 males and 235 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.28%, with male literacy at 83.64% and female literacy at 76.89%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 471 | 236 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 179 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 57 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Jhau Mahal
Jhau Mahal 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 Jhau Mahal
Jhau Mahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jhau Mahal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranaghat to Jhau Mahal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Jhau Mahal is about 40.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhau Mahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhau Mahal 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jhau Mahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhau Mahal 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 Jhau Mahal
Where is Jhau Mahal located?
Jhau Mahal village is located in Ranaghat - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhau Mahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhau Mahal is Tarapur.
What is the pincode of Jhau Mahal?
The pincode of Jhau Mahal is 741402.
What is the population of Jhau Mahal?
Jhau Mahal had a total population of 471, including 236 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Jhau Mahal?
Jhau Mahal had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhau Mahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhau Mahal was 80.28%. Male literacy was 83.64% and female literacy was 76.89%.