Jalgoda
Jalgoda is a village located in Dantan Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jalgoda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Haripur is the gram panchayat of Jalgoda village.
Here you can discover what makes Jalgoda unique in its vibrant Dantan Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Jalgoda’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 Jalgoda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalgoda is 344005. The village spans a total geographical area of 146.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721443. Egra is nearest town to Jalgoda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Jalgoda
Population of Jalgoda
According to the 2011 Census, Jalgoda has a total population of about 1,244, with approximately 656 males and 588 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 141 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 41. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.60%, with male literacy at about 80.79% and female literacy near 67.69%. There are around 253 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jalgoda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,244 | 656 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 75 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 16 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 928 | 530 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 126 | 190 |
Connectivity of Jalgoda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalgoda. As per the 2011 stats, Jalgoda 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 Jalgoda
Knowing the nearby villages of Jalgoda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalgoda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jalgoda
- Where is Jalgoda located?
- Jalgoda village is situated in Dantan Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jalgoda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jalgoda is Haripur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jalgoda?
- The pincode of Jalgoda is 721443, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jalgoda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalgoda is 1,244, with 656 males and 588 females.
- How many households are there in Jalgoda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jalgoda village has a total of 253 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jalgoda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalgoda is 74.60%. The male literacy rate is 80.79%, while the female literacy rate is 67.69%.