Jaleshwar
Jaleshwar is a village located in Gaighata subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.3km away from sub-district headquarter Gaighata (tehsildar office) and 34.8km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Jaleswar I is the gram panchayat of Jaleshwar village.
Here you can discover what makes Jaleshwar unique in its vibrant Gaighata-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Jaleshwar’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 Jaleshwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jaleshwar is 322693. The village spans a total geographical area of 368.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743249. Habra is nearest town to Jaleshwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Jaleshwar
Population of Jaleshwar
According to the 2011 Census, Jaleshwar has a total population of about 5,602, with approximately 2,852 males and 2,750 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 516 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,522 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 653. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.30%, with male literacy at about 73.63% and female literacy near 60.73%. There are around 1,363 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jaleshwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,602 | 2,852 | 2,750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 516 | 250 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,522 | 1,304 | 1,218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 653 | 313 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 3,770 | 2,100 | 1,670 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,832 | 752 | 1,080 |
Connectivity of Jaleshwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jaleshwar. As per the 2011 stats, Jaleshwar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jaleshwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jaleshwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jaleshwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jaleshwar
- Where is Jaleshwar located?
- Jaleshwar village is situated in Gaighata Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jaleshwar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jaleshwar is Jaleswar I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jaleshwar?
- The pincode of Jaleshwar is 743249, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jaleshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jaleshwar is 5,602, with 2,852 males and 2,750 females.
- How many households are there in Jaleshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jaleshwar village has a total of 1,363 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jaleshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jaleshwar is 67.30%. The male literacy rate is 73.63%, while the female literacy rate is 60.73%.