Jotghatak
Jotghatak is a village located in Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.7km away from sub-district headquarter Hilli (tehsildar office) and 17.2km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Binshira is the gram panchayat of Jotghatak village.
Here you can discover what makes Jotghatak unique in its vibrant Hilli-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Jotghatak’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 Jotghatak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jotghatak is 311019. The village spans a total geographical area of 164.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733145. Balurghat is nearest town to Jotghatak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Jotghatak
Population of Jotghatak
According to the 2011 Census, Jotghatak has a total population of about 1,343, with approximately 686 males and 657 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 473 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 152. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.26%, with male literacy at about 69.97% and female literacy near 58.30%. There are around 331 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jotghatak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,343 | 686 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 79 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 234 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 78 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 863 | 480 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 206 | 274 |
Connectivity of Jotghatak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jotghatak. As per the 2011 stats, Jotghatak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jotghatak
Knowing the nearby villages of Jotghatak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jotghatak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jotghatak
- Where is Jotghatak located?
- Jotghatak village is situated in Hilli Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jotghatak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jotghatak is Binshira (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jotghatak?
- The pincode of Jotghatak is 733145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jotghatak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jotghatak is 1,343, with 686 males and 657 females.
- How many households are there in Jotghatak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jotghatak village has a total of 331 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jotghatak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jotghatak is 64.26%. The male literacy rate is 69.97%, while the female literacy rate is 58.30%.