Jangal Khas
Jangal Khas is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jangal Khas village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sapdhara is the gram panchayat of Jangal Khas village.
Here you can discover what makes Jangal Khas unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Jangal Khas’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 Jangal Khas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jangal Khas is 339479. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.63 hectares. Ghargram is nearest town to Jangal Khas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Jangal Khas village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Jangal Khas
Population of Jangal Khas
According to the 2011 Census, Jangal Khas has a total population of about 227, with approximately 116 males and 111 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 94 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 44.05%, with male literacy at about 57.76% and female literacy near 29.73%. There are around 57 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jangal Khas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 116 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 67 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 49 | 78 |
Connectivity of Jangal Khas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jangal Khas. As per the 2011 stats, Jangal Khas 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jangal Khas
Knowing the nearby villages of Jangal Khas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jangal Khas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jangal Khas
- Where is Jangal Khas located?
- Jangal Khas village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jangal Khas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jangal Khas is Sapdhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Jangal Khas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jangal Khas is 227, with 116 males and 111 females.
- How many households are there in Jangal Khas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jangal Khas village has a total of 57 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jangal Khas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jangal Khas is 44.05%. The male literacy rate is 57.76%, while the female literacy rate is 29.73%.