Jelerhat
Jelerhat is a village located in Baruipur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.1km away from sub-district headquarter Piyali (tehsildar office) and 42.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Belegachhia is the gram panchayat of Jelerhat village.
Here you can discover what makes Jelerhat unique in its vibrant Baruipur-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Jelerhat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jelerhat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jelerhat is 333992. The village spans a total geographical area of 79.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743376. Baruipur is nearest town to Jelerhat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jelerhat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baruipur Purba Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jelerhat
Population of Jelerhat
According to the 2011 Census, Jelerhat has a total population of about 2,435, with approximately 1,227 males and 1,208 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 321 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,544 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.06%, with male literacy at about 78.40% and female literacy near 61.59%. There are around 502 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jelerhat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,706 | 962 | 744 |
| Illiterate Population | 729 | 265 | 464 |
Connectivity of Jelerhat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jelerhat. As per the 2011 stats, Jelerhat 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jelerhat
Knowing the nearby villages of Jelerhat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jelerhat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jelerhat
- Where is Jelerhat located?
- Jelerhat village is situated in Baruipur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jelerhat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jelerhat is Belegachhia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jelerhat?
- The pincode of Jelerhat is 743376, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jelerhat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jelerhat is 2,435, with 1,227 males and 1,208 females.
- How many households are there in Jelerhat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jelerhat village has a total of 502 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jelerhat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jelerhat is 70.06%. The male literacy rate is 78.40%, while the female literacy rate is 61.59%.