Jormail - Tapan, Dakshin Dinajpur
Jormail is a village situated in the Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. Rampara Chenchra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jormail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jormail is 311378. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.81 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jormail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jormail
According to the 2011 Census, Jormail village had a total population of 662 people, including 335 males and 327 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.84%, with male literacy at 65.53% and female literacy at 62.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 359.
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 | 662 | 335 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 185 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 192 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 143 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Jormail
Jormail 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 Jormail
Jormail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Jormail is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jormail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jormail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jormail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jormail 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jormail
Where is Jormail located?
Jormail village is located in Tapan Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jormail?
The Gram Panchayat of Jormail is Rampara Chenchra.
What is the pincode of Jormail?
The pincode of Jormail is 733124.
What is the population of Jormail?
Jormail had a total population of 662, including 335 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Jormail?
Jormail had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jormail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jormail was 63.84%. Male literacy was 65.53% and female literacy was 62.16%.