Jalsukha - Barasat - I, North 24 Parganas

Jalsukha is a village situated in the Barasat - I subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13 km from Chhota Jagulia and around 9.2 km from Barasat. Ichhapur-nilganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalsukha village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalsukha is 323159. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.92 hectares and falls under the 700121 pincode. Barasat is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.

Jalsukha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhyamgram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barasat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Jalsukha

According to the 2011 Census, Jalsukha village had a total population of 860 people, including 435 males and 425 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.25%, with male literacy at 86.22% and female literacy at 80.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 51.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Jalsukha

Jalsukha 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Jalsukha

Jalsukha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Barasat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barasat to Jalsukha is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Jalsukha is about 9.2 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Jalsukha

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalsukha village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Jalsukha

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalsukha village are given below:

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