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.
Jerthan has its own place in the vibrant Purba Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Jerthan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jerthan village:
- The total population of Jerthan village is around 6,568, including approximately 3,374 males and 3,194 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 817 children aged 0–6 years in Jerthan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jerthan village has 260 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 23 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jerthan village is about 68.41%, with male literacy at 76.32% and female literacy at 60.05%.
- There are around 1,347 households in Jerthan village.
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%.