Jerthan
Jerthan is a village located in Egra I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Egra are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jerthan village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Jerthan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jerthan unique in its vibrant Egra I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Jerthan’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 Jerthan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jerthan is 346626. The village spans a total geographical area of 738.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721420. Egra is nearest town to Jerthan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Jerthan
Population of Jerthan
According to the 2011 Census, Jerthan has a total population of about 6,568, with approximately 3,374 males and 3,194 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 817 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 260 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 23. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.41%, with male literacy at about 76.32% and female literacy near 60.05%. There are around 1,347 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jerthan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,568 | 3,374 | 3,194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 817 | 407 | 410 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 130 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 4,493 | 2,575 | 1,918 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,075 | 799 | 1,276 |
Connectivity of Jerthan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jerthan. As per the 2011 stats, Jerthan 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jerthan
Knowing the nearby villages of Jerthan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jerthan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jerthan
- Where is Jerthan located?
- Jerthan village is situated in Egra I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jerthan?
- Jerthan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jerthan?
- The pincode of Jerthan is 721420, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jerthan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jerthan is 6,568, with 3,374 males and 3,194 females.
- How many households are there in Jerthan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jerthan village has a total of 1,347 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jerthan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jerthan is 68.41%. The male literacy rate is 76.32%, while the female literacy rate is 60.05%.