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.
Jotpur has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Jotpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jotpur village:
- The total population of Jotpur village is around 1,376, including approximately 724 males and 652 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 224 children aged 0–6 years in Jotpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jotpur village has 1,019 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Jotpur village is about 52.69%, with male literacy at 59.39% and female literacy at 45.25%.
- There are around 311 households in Jotpur village.
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%.