Japhala
Japhala is a village located in Jamboni subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jamboni are the district & sub-district headquarters of Japhala village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dharsa is the gram panchayat of Japhala village.
Here you can discover what makes Japhala unique in its vibrant Jamboni-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Japhala’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 Japhala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Japhala is 340081. The village spans a total geographical area of 52.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721505. Jahrgram is nearest town to Japhala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Japhala
According to the 2011 Census, Japhala has a total population of about 369, with approximately 186 males and 183 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 110. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.08%, with male literacy at about 73.12% and female literacy near 44.81%. There are around 87 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Japhala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 369 | 186 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 52 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 136 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 50 | 101 |
Connectivity of Japhala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Japhala. As per the 2011 stats, Japhala 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Japhala
Knowing the nearby villages of Japhala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Japhala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Japhala
- Where is Japhala located?
- Japhala village is situated in Jamboni Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Japhala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Japhala is Dharsa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Japhala?
- The pincode of Japhala is 721505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Japhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Japhala is 369, with 186 males and 183 females.
- How many households are there in Japhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Japhala village has a total of 87 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Japhala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Japhala is 59.08%. The male literacy rate is 73.12%, while the female literacy rate is 44.81%.