Jalghara
Jalghara is a village located in Magrahat I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.9km away from sub-district headquarter Usthi (tehsildar office) and 37.6km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Kalikapota is the gram panchayat of Jalghara village.
Here you can discover what makes Jalghara unique in its vibrant Magrahat I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Jalghara’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 Jalghara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalghara is 334167. The village spans a total geographical area of 119.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743609. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Jalghara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Jalghara
Population of Jalghara
According to the 2011 Census, Jalghara has a total population of about 2,545, with approximately 1,319 males and 1,226 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 403 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,246 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 62.28%, with male literacy at about 68.99% and female literacy near 55.06%. There are around 501 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jalghara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,545 | 1,319 | 1,226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 208 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,246 | 645 | 601 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,585 | 910 | 675 |
| Illiterate Population | 960 | 409 | 551 |
Connectivity of Jalghara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalghara. As per the 2011 stats, Jalghara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jalghara
Knowing the nearby villages of Jalghara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalghara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jalghara
- Where is Jalghara located?
- Jalghara village is situated in Magrahat I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jalghara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jalghara is Kalikapota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jalghara?
- The pincode of Jalghara is 743609, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jalghara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalghara is 2,545, with 1,319 males and 1,226 females.
- How many households are there in Jalghara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jalghara village has a total of 501 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jalghara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalghara is 62.28%. The male literacy rate is 68.99%, while the female literacy rate is 55.06%.