Jalchak is a village located in the Pingla Subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district,West Bengal, India. This article provides a comprehensive overview of Jalchak, covering its demographics, population statistics, household data, administrative structure, geographical area, connectivity, educational and medical facilities, electricity supply, drinking water sources, and nearby villages.
Jalchak Overview
Administrative & Basic Details
Village
Jalchak
Pincode
721155
Area
197.62 Sq. Km
Village Code
342715
Sub-District
Pingla
Sub-District Code
2463
District
Paschim Medinipur
District Code
318
State/UT
West Bengal
State/UT Code
19
Gram Panchayat
Jalchak-Ii
Gram Panchayat Code
110474
Block Panchayat
Pingla
Block Panchayat Code
3361
Parliament Constituency
Ghatal
Parliament Constituency Code
236
Assembly Constituency
Sabang
Assembly Constituency Code
1986
Total Population (2011 Census)
6793
Total Households
1630
Nearest Town
KHARAGPUR (Distance: 50 Km)
Jalchak has a population of 6793 as recorded in the 2011 Census. It falls under the jurisdiction of Jalchak-Ii Gram Panchayat and the Pingla Block Panchayat in Pingla District. The village has 1630 households and is identified by village code 342715. Jalchak is located in the 721155 postal area, contributing significantly to the rural administrative structure of Pingla Sub-District.
Total Population of Jalchak
As of the 2011 census, Population of Jalchak has a population of approximately 6793 people, where the male population is 3620 and the female population is 3173.
Total
6793
Male
3620
Female
3173
Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Population of Jalchak
The population data for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) in Jalchak is as follows:
Scheduled Caste (SC)
Total Scheduled Caste
210
Male
108
Female
102
Scheduled Tribe (ST)
Total Scheduled Tribe
36
Male
3
Female
33
Household in Jalchak
There are approximately 1630 households in Jalchak. The average household size in the village is about 4 persons per house.
Type
Stats
Household
1630
People / Family
4
Assembly & Parliament Constituency of Jalchak
Jalchak village falls under the Sabang Assembly Constituency (Code: 1986) and is part of the Ghatal Parliament Constituency (Code: 236). The village is politically represented within these constituencies, playing a role in both state and national elections. The Sabang Assembly Constituency contributes to legislative decisions at the state level, while the Ghatal Parliament Constituency represents the region in the Lok Sabha, influencing national policies. The nearest town to Jalchak is Pingla, which serves as the central hub for all major economic activities in the region.
Understanding Literacy Rates in Jalchak Village
As per the 2011 Census, Jalchak presents important statistics regarding its literacy and illiteracy rates.