Jahangirpur
Jahangirpur is a village located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.6km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 45.1km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Tahangirpur is the gram panchayat of Jahangirpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Jahangirpur unique in its vibrant Gangarampur-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Jahangirpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jahangirpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jahangirpur is 310674. The village spans a total geographical area of 390.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733124. Gangarampur is nearest town to Jahangirpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jahangirpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jahangirpur
Population of Jahangirpur
According to the 2011 Census, Jahangirpur has a total population of about 2,560, with approximately 1,324 males and 1,236 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 327 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 777 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 48. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.51%, with male literacy at about 61.63% and female literacy near 59.30%. There are around 573 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jahangirpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,560 | 1,324 | 1,236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 173 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 777 | 406 | 371 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,549 | 816 | 733 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,011 | 508 | 503 |
Connectivity of Jahangirpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jahangirpur. As per the 2011 stats, Jahangirpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jahangirpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Jahangirpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jahangirpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jahangirpur
- Where is Jahangirpur located?
- Jahangirpur village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jahangirpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jahangirpur is Tahangirpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jahangirpur?
- The pincode of Jahangirpur is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jahangirpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jahangirpur is 2,560, with 1,324 males and 1,236 females.
- How many households are there in Jahangirpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jahangirpur village has a total of 573 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jahangirpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jahangirpur is 60.51%. The male literacy rate is 61.63%, while the female literacy rate is 59.30%.