Jothar
About Jothar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jothar village is 310523. Jothar village is located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 84.1km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Maligaon is the gram panchayat of Jothar village.
The total geographical area of village is 59.81 hectares. Jothar has a total population of 1,054 peoples, out of which male population is 546 while female population is 508. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 930 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jothar village is 64.23% out of which 66.85% males and 61.42% females are literate. There are about 265 houses in jothar village. Pincode of jothar village locality is 733121.
Kaliagong is nearest town to jothar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Jothar
The population details of Jothar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,054 | 546 | 508 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 133 | 71 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 677 | 365 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 181 | 196 |
Connectivity of Jothar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jothar
Where is Jothar located?
Jothar village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jothar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jothar is Maligaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jothar?
The pincode of Jothar is 733121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jothar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jothar is 1,054, with 546 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Jothar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jothar village has a total of 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jothar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jothar is 64.23%. The male literacy rate is 66.85%, while the female literacy rate is 61.42%.