Jatrapur - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Jatrapur is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 45.2 km from Pundibari and around 7.7 km from Cooch Behar. Takagachh-rajarhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jatrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jatrapur is 308292. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.6 hectares and falls under the 736165 pincode. Kochbihar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jatrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jatrapur
As per Census 2011, Jatrapur village has a total population of 3,924 people, consisting of 2,014 males and 1,910 females. The village has 926 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 411 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,846 literate and 1,078 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,599 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jatrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,924 | 2,014 | 1,910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 411 | 199 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,599 | 824 | 775 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,846 | 1,528 | 1,318 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,078 | 486 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Jatrapur
Jatrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaminirghat | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Karisal | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Bara Atharakotha | South | 3.24 km |
| Kachubanbaran Khana | North | 3.40 km |
| Chhota Atharakotha | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Kalapani | West | 3.88 km |
| Bheladanga | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Chandan Chowra | North | 4.36 km |
| Dudher Kuthidewanbas | South | 4.87 km |
| Kalabarighat | South | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jatrapur
Public transport in the Jatrapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is New Cooch Behar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 5.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kochbihar to Jatrapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Jatrapur is about 7.7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jatrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jatrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jatrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jatrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jatrapur
Where is Jatrapur located?
Jatrapur village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jatrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jatrapur is Takagachh-rajarhat.
What is the pincode of Jatrapur?
The pincode of Jatrapur is 736165.
What is the population of Jatrapur?
Jatrapur has a total population of 3,924, including 2,014 males and 1,910 females.
How many households are there in Jatrapur?
There are 926 households in Jatrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Jatrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jatrapur is 72.53%. Male literacy is 75.87% and female literacy is 69.01%.