Jirat
Jirat is a village located in Barasat I subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.8km away from sub-district headquarter Chhota Jagulia (tehsildar office) and 7.2km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Kashimpur is the gram panchayat of Jirat village.
Jirat has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jirat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jirat is 323196. The village spans a total geographical area of 99.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743248. Barasat is nearest town to Jirat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jirat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Amdanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barrackpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jirat
Population of Jirat
Below is a concise population overview of Jirat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,337 | 2,711 | 2,626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 235 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,174 | 1,088 | 1,086 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 4,184 | 2,229 | 1,955 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,153 | 482 | 671 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jirat village:
- The total population of Jirat village is around 5,337, including approximately 2,711 males and 2,626 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 471 children aged 0–6 years in Jirat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jirat village has 2,174 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 34 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jirat village is about 78.40%, with male literacy at 82.22% and female literacy at 74.45%.
- There are around 1,332 households in Jirat village.
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Barasat I 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 Kashimpur (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 743248, 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 5,337, with 2,711 males and 2,626 females.
- How many households are there in Jirat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jirat village has a total of 1,332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jirat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jirat is 78.40%. The male literacy rate is 82.22%, while the female literacy rate is 74.45%.