Jelepara
Jelepara is a village located in Gosaba subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.5km away from sub-district headquarter Gosaba (tehsildar office) and 76.8km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Pathankhali is the gram panchayat of Jelepara village.
Here you can discover what makes Jelepara unique in its vibrant Gosaba-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Jelepara’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 Jelepara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jelepara is 335138. The village spans a total geographical area of 236.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743611. Canning is nearest town to Jelepara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
Google Map of Jelepara
Population of Jelepara
According to the 2011 Census, Jelepara has a total population of about 1,950, with approximately 1,021 males and 929 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,790 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 71. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.59%, with male literacy at about 84.62% and female literacy near 69.86%. There are around 404 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jelepara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,950 | 1,021 | 929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 99 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,790 | 943 | 847 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,513 | 864 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 157 | 280 |
Connectivity of Jelepara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jelepara. As per the 2011 stats, Jelepara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jelepara
Knowing the nearby villages of Jelepara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jelepara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jelepara
- Where is Jelepara located?
- Jelepara village is situated in Gosaba Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jelepara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jelepara is Pathankhali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jelepara?
- The pincode of Jelepara is 743611, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jelepara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jelepara is 1,950, with 1,021 males and 929 females.
- How many households are there in Jelepara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jelepara village has a total of 404 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jelepara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jelepara is 77.59%. The male literacy rate is 84.62%, while the female literacy rate is 69.86%.