Jotpur
Jotpur is a village located in Lormi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Lormi (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Jotpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jotpur unique in its vibrant Lormi-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Jotpur’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 Jotpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jotpur is 437724. The village spans a total geographical area of 288.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495115. Lormi is nearest town to Jotpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jotpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jotpur
Population of Jotpur
According to the 2011 Census, Jotpur has a total population of about 1,376, with approximately 724 males and 652 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 224 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,019 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 52.69%, with male literacy at about 59.39% and female literacy near 45.25%. There are around 311 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jotpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,376 | 724 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 130 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,019 | 538 | 481 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 725 | 430 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 294 | 357 |
Connectivity of Jotpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jotpur. As per the 2011 stats, Jotpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jotpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Jotpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jotpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jotpur
- Where is Jotpur located?
- Jotpur village is situated in Lormi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jotpur?
- Jotpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jotpur?
- The pincode of Jotpur is 495115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jotpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jotpur is 1,376, with 724 males and 652 females.
- How many households are there in Jotpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jotpur village has a total of 311 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jotpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jotpur is 52.69%. The male literacy rate is 59.39%, while the female literacy rate is 45.25%.