Jaichandrapur - Belonia, South Tripura
Jaichandrapur is a village situated in the Belonia subdivision of South Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 1 km from Rajnagar and around 85 km from Udaipur. Joy Chandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaichandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaichandrapur is 272273. The village covers a total geographical area of 619 hectares and falls under the 799153 pincode. Belonia is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Jaichandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaichandrapur
As per Census 2011, Jaichandrapur village has a total population of 3,655 people, consisting of 1,819 males and 1,836 females. The village has 925 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 380 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,164 literate and 491 illiterate residents. Additionally, 621 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaichandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,655 | 1,819 | 1,836 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 196 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 621 | 324 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 93 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 3,164 | 1,607 | 1,557 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 212 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Jaichandrapur
Jaichandrapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajnagar | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Barapathari | North | 2.68 km |
| Lakshmipur | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Prakashnagar | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Ishanchandranagar | East | 4.23 km |
| Bardosh | South | 5.03 km |
| Rangamura | West | 6.78 km |
| Nidaya | North-West | 7.08 km |
| Uttar Krishnapur | South-West | 7.14 km |
| Dakshin Bharatchandranagar | East | 7.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jaichandrapur
Jaichandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Agartala, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belonia to Jaichandrapur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Jaichandrapur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaichandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaichandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jaichandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaichandrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jaichandrapur
Where is Jaichandrapur located?
Jaichandrapur village is located in Belonia Subdivision, South Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaichandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaichandrapur is Joy Chandpur.
What is the pincode of Jaichandrapur?
The pincode of Jaichandrapur is 799153.
What is the population of Jaichandrapur?
Jaichandrapur has a total population of 3,655, including 1,819 males and 1,836 females.
How many households are there in Jaichandrapur?
There are 925 households in Jaichandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Jaichandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaichandrapur is 86.57%. Male literacy is 88.35% and female literacy is 84.80%.