Jotbax - Harraiya, Basti
Jotbax is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Baddarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jotbax village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jotbax is 178971. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.86 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Jotbax village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jotbax
According to the 2011 Census, Jotbax village had a total population of 562 people, including 301 males and 261 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.92%, with male literacy at 76.65% and female literacy at 51.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 562 | 301 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 99 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 197 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 104 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Jotbax
Jotbax 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 Jotbax
Jotbax is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jotbax.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Jotbax is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Jotbax is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jotbax
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jotbax 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jotbax
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jotbax village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jotbax
Where is Jotbax located?
Jotbax village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jotbax?
The Gram Panchayat of Jotbax is Baddarpur.
What is the pincode of Jotbax?
The pincode of Jotbax is 272130.
What is the population of Jotbax?
Jotbax had a total population of 562, including 301 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Jotbax?
Jotbax had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jotbax?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jotbax was 64.92%. Male literacy was 76.65% and female literacy was 51.14%.