Jotkalyan
Jotkalyan is a village located in Amta I subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.8km away from sub-district headquarter Amta (tehsildar office) and 31.4km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Sirajbati is the gram panchayat of Jotkalyan village.
Here you can discover what makes Jotkalyan unique in its vibrant Amta I-Haora region. You’ll see Jotkalyan’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 Jotkalyan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jotkalyan is 332676. The village spans a total geographical area of 136.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711401. Amta is nearest town to Jotkalyan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jotkalyan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Uluberia Uttar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Uluberia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jotkalyan
Population of Jotkalyan
According to the 2011 Census, Jotkalyan has a total population of about 3,237, with approximately 1,640 males and 1,597 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 322 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 853 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.07%, with male literacy at about 81.28% and female literacy near 74.77%. There are around 745 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jotkalyan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,237 | 1,640 | 1,597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 167 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 853 | 441 | 412 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,527 | 1,333 | 1,194 |
| Illiterate Population | 710 | 307 | 403 |
Connectivity of Jotkalyan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jotkalyan. As per the 2011 stats, Jotkalyan 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jotkalyan
Knowing the nearby villages of Jotkalyan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jotkalyan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jotkalyan
- Where is Jotkalyan located?
- Jotkalyan village is situated in Amta I Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jotkalyan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jotkalyan is Sirajbati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jotkalyan?
- The pincode of Jotkalyan is 711401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jotkalyan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jotkalyan is 3,237, with 1,640 males and 1,597 females.
- How many households are there in Jotkalyan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jotkalyan village has a total of 745 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jotkalyan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jotkalyan is 78.07%. The male literacy rate is 81.28%, while the female literacy rate is 74.77%.