Jothar

Jothar is a village 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.

Jothar has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jothar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jothar is 310523. The village spans a total geographical area of 59.81 hectares, and the pincode of the 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

Below is a concise population overview of Jothar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,054 546 508
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 133 71 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) 59 35 24
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 677 365 312
Illiterate Population 377 181 196

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jothar village:

  • The total population of Jothar village is around 1,054, including approximately 546 males and 508 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 133 children aged 0–6 years in Jothar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jothar village has 59 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jothar village is about 64.23%, with male literacy at 66.85% and female literacy at 61.42%.
  • There are around 265 households in Jothar village.

Connectivity of Jothar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jothar. As per the 2011 stats, Jothar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Jothar

Knowing the nearby villages of Jothar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jothar.

Mahipaldighi Pukurpar Raypur Chakmaha Alampur Jot Jagannath Jadabpur Ekdala Barakafurchand Khamrail Maligaon Raypur

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%.