Jaychandpur - Falakata, Alipurduar
Jaychandpur is a village situated in the Falakata subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.3 km from Falakata and around 50.6 km from Jalpaiguri . Guabarnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaychandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaychandpur is 307355. The village covers a total geographical area of 410.56 hectares and falls under the 735211 pincode. Falakata(nm) is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Jaychandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jaychandpur
As per Census 2011, Jaychandpur village has a total population of 4,186 people, consisting of 2,193 males and 1,993 females. The village has 993 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 459 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,814 literate and 1,372 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,704 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaychandpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,186 | 2,193 | 1,993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 246 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,704 | 1,420 | 1,284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,814 | 1,612 | 1,202 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,372 | 581 | 791 |
Nearby Villages of Jaychandpur
Jaychandpur 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 Jaychandpur
Jaychandpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jaychandpur.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Falakata(nm) to Jaychandpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Jaychandpur is about 50.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaychandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaychandpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jaychandpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaychandpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jaychandpur
Where is Jaychandpur located?
Jaychandpur village is located in Falakata Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaychandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaychandpur is Guabarnagar.
What is the pincode of Jaychandpur?
The pincode of Jaychandpur is 735211.
What is the population of Jaychandpur?
Jaychandpur has a total population of 4,186, including 2,193 males and 1,993 females.
How many households are there in Jaychandpur?
There are 993 households in Jaychandpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jaychandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaychandpur is 67.22%. Male literacy is 73.51% and female literacy is 60.31%.