Jhaudari - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Jhaudari is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.8 km from Sarisha and around 42.2 km from Alipore. Khorda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhaudari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhaudari is 334442. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.84 hectares and falls under the 743368 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jhaudari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhaudari
According to the 2011 Census, Jhaudari village had a total population of 908 people, including 469 males and 439 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.01%, with male literacy at 94.51% and female literacy at 83.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161.
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 | 908 | 469 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 32 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 413 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 56 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Jhaudari
Jhaudari 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 Jhaudari
Jhaudari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Jhaudari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Jhaudari 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 Jhaudari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhaudari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhaudari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhaudari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhaudari
Where is Jhaudari located?
Jhaudari village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhaudari?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhaudari is Khorda.
What is the pincode of Jhaudari?
The pincode of Jhaudari is 743368.
What is the population of Jhaudari?
Jhaudari had a total population of 908, including 469 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Jhaudari?
Jhaudari had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhaudari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhaudari was 89.01%. Male literacy was 94.51% and female literacy was 83.00%.