Jorisha
Jorisha is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.5km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 50.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Beko is the gram panchayat of Jorisha village.
Jorisha has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Jorisha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jorisha is 330606. The village spans a total geographical area of 234.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723121. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Jorisha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Jorisha
Below is a concise population overview of Jorisha 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 | 974 | 510 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 491 | 250 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 348 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 162 | 247 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jorisha village:
- The total population of Jorisha village is around 974, including approximately 510 males and 464 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Jorisha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jorisha village has 491 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jorisha village is about 58.01%, with male literacy at 68.24% and female literacy at 46.77%.
- There are around 172 households in Jorisha village.
Connectivity of Jorisha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jorisha. As per the 2011 stats, Jorisha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jorisha
Knowing the nearby villages of Jorisha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jorisha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jorisha
- Where is Jorisha located?
- Jorisha village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jorisha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jorisha is Beko (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jorisha?
- The pincode of Jorisha is 723121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jorisha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jorisha is 974, with 510 males and 464 females.
- How many households are there in Jorisha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jorisha village has a total of 172 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jorisha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jorisha is 58.01%. The male literacy rate is 68.24%, while the female literacy rate is 46.77%.