Jarang

Jarang is a village located in Kaliaganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.9km away from sub-district headquarter Kaliaganj. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Jarang village. As per 2009 stats, Anantapur is the gram panchayat of Jarang village.

Jarang has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jarang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jarang is 309930. The village spans a total geographical area of 187.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733129. Kaliaganj is nearest town to Jarang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Jarang

Below is a concise population overview of Jarang as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,250 614 636
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 169 84 85
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,083 533 550
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 1 3
Literate Population 587 328 259
Illiterate Population 663 286 377

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jarang village:

  • The total population of Jarang village is around 1,250, including approximately 614 males and 636 females, with a sex ratio of 1035 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 169 children aged 0–6 years in Jarang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jarang village has 1,083 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jarang village is about 46.96%, with male literacy at 53.42% and female literacy at 40.72%.
  • There are around 294 households in Jarang village.

Connectivity of Jarang

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jarang. As per the 2011 stats, Jarang 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jarang

Knowing the nearby villages of Jarang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jarang.

Frequently Asked Questions about Jarang

Where is Jarang located?
Jarang village is situated in Kaliaganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarang?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarang is Anantapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jarang?
The pincode of Jarang is 733129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jarang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jarang is 1,250, with 614 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Jarang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jarang village has a total of 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jarang is 46.96%. The male literacy rate is 53.42%, while the female literacy rate is 40.72%.