Jot Rajchandra - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Jot Rajchandra is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 33.7 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Jhikodda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jot Rajchandra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jot Rajchandra is 316566. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.69 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jot Rajchandra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jot Rajchandra
As per Census 2011, Jot Rajchandra village has a total population of 263 people, consisting of 125 males and 138 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jot Rajchandra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 263 | 125 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 61 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 67 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 58 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Jot Rajchandra
Jot Rajchandra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singari | North-East | 0.77 km |
| Sonj | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Purbba Ramchandrapur | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Baragan | West | 1.82 km |
| Layekpur | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Brahmanbahara | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Dharani Nabagram | South | 2.12 km |
| Podda | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Paschim Ramcandrapur | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Kushtor | South | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jot Rajchandra
Jot Rajchandra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gadadharpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.5 km.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sainthia to Jot Rajchandra is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Jot Rajchandra is about 33.7 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 Jot Rajchandra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jot Rajchandra 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 Jot Rajchandra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jot Rajchandra 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jot Rajchandra
Where is Jot Rajchandra located?
Jot Rajchandra village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jot Rajchandra?
The Gram Panchayat of Jot Rajchandra is Jhikodda.
What is the pincode of Jot Rajchandra?
The pincode of Jot Rajchandra is 731216.
What is the population of Jot Rajchandra?
Jot Rajchandra has a total population of 263, including 125 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Jot Rajchandra?
There are 60 households in Jot Rajchandra.
What is the literacy rate in Jot Rajchandra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jot Rajchandra is 43.35%. Male literacy is 53.60% and female literacy is 34.06%.