Jirat
About Jirat
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jirat village is 323196. Jirat village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 99.63 hectares. Jirat has a total population of 5,337 peoples, out of which male population is 2,711 while female population is 2,626. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 968 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jirat village is 78.40% out of which 82.22% males and 74.45% females are literate. There are about 1,332 houses in jirat village. Pincode of jirat village locality is 743248.
When it comes to administration, Jirat village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jirat village comes under Amdanga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Barrackpur Lok Sabha constituency. Barasat is nearest town to jirat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Jirat
The population details of Jirat cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,337 | 2,711 | 2,626 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 471 | 235 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,174 | 1,088 | 1,086 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 4,184 | 2,229 | 1,955 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,153 | 482 | 671 |
Connectivity of Jirat
| 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 |
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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%.