Jugati - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Jugati is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 79.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Deul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jugati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jugati is 310347. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.75 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliyaganj is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Jugati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jugati
As per Census 2011, Jugati village has a total population of 430 people, consisting of 219 males and 211 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 262 illiterate residents. Additionally, 257 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jugati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 219 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 133 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 97 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 122 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Jugati
Jugati is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jugati
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Jugati. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jugati.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kaliyaganj to Jugati is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Jugati is about 79.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jugati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jugati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jugati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jugati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jugati
Where is Jugati located?
Jugati village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jugati?
The Gram Panchayat of Jugati is Deul.
What is the pincode of Jugati?
The pincode of Jugati is 733132.
What is the population of Jugati?
Jugati has a total population of 430, including 219 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Jugati?
There are 86 households in Jugati.
What is the literacy rate in Jugati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jugati is 39.07%. Male literacy is 44.29% and female literacy is 33.65%.