Jot Tior - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Jot Tior is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 13.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Binshira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jot Tior village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jot Tior is 311043. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.26 hectares and falls under the 733145 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Jot Tior village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jot Tior
According to the 2011 Census, Jot Tior village had a total population of 882 people, including 444 males and 438 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.11%, with male literacy at 90.71% and female literacy at 87.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 143.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 882 | 444 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 70 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 371 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 73 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Jot Tior
Jot Tior 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tior | North | 0.76 km |
| Panditpur | West | 1.17 km |
| Sahapur | East | 1.20 km |
| Chaksubid | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Badamail | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Binsira | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Jotghatak | North | 1.56 km |
| Ferusha | East | 1.76 km |
| Ismailpur | East | 2.07 km |
| Gunjarpur | North-West | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jot Tior
Jot Tior is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.7 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Jot Tior is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Jot Tior is about 13.2 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jot Tior
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jot Tior village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jot Tior
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 Tior village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jot Tior
Where is Jot Tior located?
Jot Tior village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jot Tior?
The Gram Panchayat of Jot Tior is Binshira.
What is the pincode of Jot Tior?
The pincode of Jot Tior is 733145.
What is the population of Jot Tior?
Jot Tior had a total population of 882, including 444 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Jot Tior?
Jot Tior had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jot Tior?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jot Tior was 89.11%. Male literacy was 90.71% and female literacy was 87.50%.