Jogai - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Jogai is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 69.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Rudranagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jogai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jogai is 316139. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.65 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jogai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalhati Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jogai
As per Census 2011, Jogai village has a total population of 3,502 people, consisting of 1,791 males and 1,711 females. The village has 852 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 498 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,259 literate and 1,243 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,518 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jogai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,502 | 1,791 | 1,711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 498 | 237 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,518 | 785 | 733 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,259 | 1,278 | 981 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,243 | 513 | 730 |
Nearby Villages of Jogai
Jogai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narachauti | North | 1.40 km |
| Amaypur | South | 1.41 km |
| Bhadishta | East | 1.45 km |
| Deluha | West | 1.56 km |
| Chauti | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Kushmor | East | 2.76 km |
| Madhura | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Kanior | West | 3.13 km |
| Shri Ballavpur | South | 3.23 km |
| Rudranagar | North | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jogai
Jogai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chatra, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jogai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Jogai is about 69.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jogai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jogai 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jogai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jogai 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jogai
Where is Jogai located?
Jogai village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jogai?
The Gram Panchayat of Jogai is Rudranagar.
What is the pincode of Jogai?
The pincode of Jogai is 731221.
What is the population of Jogai?
Jogai has a total population of 3,502, including 1,791 males and 1,711 females.
How many households are there in Jogai?
There are 852 households in Jogai.
What is the literacy rate in Jogai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jogai is 64.51%. Male literacy is 71.36% and female literacy is 57.33%.