Jirat
Jirat is a village located in Amdanga subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.8km away from sub-district headquarter Amdanga (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Adhata is the gram panchayat of Jirat village.
Here you can discover what makes Jirat unique in its vibrant Amdanga-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Jirat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jirat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jirat is 323007. The village spans a total geographical area of 67.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743221. Ashoknagar is nearest town to Jirat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Jirat
Population of Jirat
According to the 2011 Census, Jirat has a total population of about 1,941, with approximately 1,007 males and 934 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 240 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 125 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 368. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.58%, with male literacy at about 67.03% and female literacy near 59.85%. There are around 492 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jirat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,941 | 1,007 | 934 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 126 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 70 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 195 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 1,234 | 675 | 559 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 332 | 375 |
Connectivity of Jirat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jirat. As per the 2011 stats, Jirat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jirat
Knowing the nearby villages of Jirat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jirat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jirat
- Where is Jirat located?
- Jirat village is situated in Amdanga Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jirat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jirat is Adhata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jirat?
- The pincode of Jirat is 743221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jirat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jirat is 1,941, with 1,007 males and 934 females.
- How many households are there in Jirat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jirat village has a total of 492 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jirat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jirat is 63.58%. The male literacy rate is 67.03%, while the female literacy rate is 59.85%.