Jalua - Garbeta - III, Paschim Medinipur
Jalua is a village situated in the Garbeta - III subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Raskunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalua is 337325. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.17 hectares and falls under the 721127 pincode.
Jalua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jalua
According to the 2011 Census, Jalua village had a total population of 65 people, including 33 males and 32 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.73%, with male literacy at 34.48% and female literacy at 30.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 23 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Jalua
Jalua is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jalua
Jalua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jalua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Jalua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jalua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jalua
Where is Jalua located?
Jalua village is located in Garbeta - III Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jalua?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalua is Raskunda.
What is the pincode of Jalua?
The pincode of Jalua is 721127.
What is the population of Jalua?
Jalua had a total population of 65, including 33 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Jalua?
Jalua had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalua was 32.73%. Male literacy was 34.48% and female literacy was 30.77%.