Jardaha - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Jardaha is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.4 km from Rajpur and around 34.1 km from Alipore. Kalikapur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jardaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jardaha is 333598. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.1 hectares and falls under the 700150 pincode. Sonarpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jardaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jardaha
According to the 2011 Census, Jardaha village had a total population of 1,457 people, including 749 males and 708 females, living in 335 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.63%, with male literacy at 90.99% and female literacy at 75.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,136, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,457 | 749 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,136 | 589 | 547 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,114 | 626 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 123 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Jardaha
Jardaha 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 Jardaha
Jardaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Jardaha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonarpur to Jardaha is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Jardaha is about 34.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jardaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jardaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jardaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jardaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jardaha
Where is Jardaha located?
Jardaha village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jardaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jardaha is Kalikapur-i.
What is the pincode of Jardaha?
The pincode of Jardaha is 700150.
What is the population of Jardaha?
Jardaha had a total population of 1,457, including 749 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Jardaha?
Jardaha had 335 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jardaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jardaha was 83.63%. Male literacy was 90.99% and female literacy was 75.78%.