Jamalpur - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Jamalpur is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 34.5 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kanachi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamalpur is 316558. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.26 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Jamalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamalpur
As per Census 2011, Jamalpur village has a total population of 1,199 people, consisting of 626 males and 573 females. The village has 296 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 867 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 650 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,199 | 626 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 650 | 343 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 498 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 128 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Jamalpur
Jamalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arazi Muralipur | South-East | 0.93 km |
| Raghunathpur | North | 1.06 km |
| Anandanagar | West | 1.10 km |
| Rukunpur | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Prachandapur | West | 1.56 km |
| Murali | South | 1.65 km |
| Tarapur | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Dangal | South | 1.83 km |
| Kharasinpur | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Hosenpur | South | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamalpur
Jamalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mallarpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rampurhat to Jamalpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Jamalpur is about 34.5 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamalpur
Where is Jamalpur located?
Jamalpur village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamalpur is Kanachi.
What is the pincode of Jamalpur?
The pincode of Jamalpur is 731216.
What is the population of Jamalpur?
Jamalpur has a total population of 1,199, including 626 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Jamalpur?
There are 296 households in Jamalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamalpur is 72.31%. Male literacy is 79.55% and female literacy is 64.40%.