Jelerhat - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Jelerhat is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.1 km from Piyali and around 42.2 km from Alipore. Belegachhia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jelerhat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jelerhat is 333992. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.74 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jelerhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jelerhat
According to the 2011 Census, Jelerhat village had a total population of 2,435 people, including 1,227 males and 1,208 females, living in 502 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.70%, with male literacy at 89.66% and female literacy at 71.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,544.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,435 | 1,227 | 1,208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 154 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,544 | 790 | 754 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,706 | 962 | 744 |
| Illiterate Population | 729 | 265 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Jelerhat
Jelerhat is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jelerhat
Jelerhat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jelerhat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Jelerhat is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Jelerhat is about 42.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jelerhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jelerhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jelerhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jelerhat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jelerhat
Where is Jelerhat located?
Jelerhat village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jelerhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Jelerhat is Belegachhia.
What is the pincode of Jelerhat?
The pincode of Jelerhat is 700144.
What is the population of Jelerhat?
Jelerhat had a total population of 2,435, including 1,227 males and 1,208 females.
How many households are there in Jelerhat?
Jelerhat had 502 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jelerhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jelerhat was 80.70%. Male literacy was 89.66% and female literacy was 71.47%.