Jharul - Bhatar, Purba Bardhaman

Jharul is a village situated in the Bhatar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.3 km from Bhatar. Mahata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharul village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharul is 319790. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.75 hectares and falls under the 713128 pincode. Guskura is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.

Jharul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Jharul

According to the 2011 Census, Jharul village had a total population of 2,545 people, including 1,310 males and 1,235 females, living in 580 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.48%, with male literacy at 85.68% and female literacy at 72.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Jharul

Jharul is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Jharul

Jharul is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Guskara, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guskura to Jharul is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Jharul

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharul village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Jharul

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharul village are given below:

FAQs about Jharul