Jotaili - Kishanganj, Madhepura
Jotaili is a village situated in the Kishanganj subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishanganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Jotaili village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jotaili is 226097. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.67 hectares and falls under the 852220 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Jotaili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alamnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jotaili
As per Census 2011, Jotaili village has a total population of 5,760 people, consisting of 3,004 males and 2,756 females. The village has 1,217 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,679 literate and 4,081 illiterate residents. Additionally, 998 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 545 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jotaili are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,760 | 3,004 | 2,756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,271 | 656 | 615 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 998 | 525 | 473 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 545 | 270 | 275 |
| Literate Population | 1,679 | 1,072 | 607 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,081 | 1,932 | 2,149 |
Nearby Villages of Jotaili
Jotaili is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jotaili
Jotaili is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhepura to Jotaili is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jotaili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jotaili village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jotaili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jotaili village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jotaili
Where is Jotaili located?
Jotaili village is located in Kishanganj Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jotaili?
Jotaili is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jotaili?
The pincode of Jotaili is 852220.
What is the population of Jotaili?
Jotaili has a total population of 5,760, including 3,004 males and 2,756 females.
How many households are there in Jotaili?
There are 1,217 households in Jotaili.
What is the literacy rate in Jotaili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jotaili is 29.15%. Male literacy is 35.69% and female literacy is 22.02%.