Jot Kamal - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Jot Kamal is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.8 km from Dhaniakhali and around 36.2 km from Chinsura. Somaspur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jot Kamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jot Kamal is 324625. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.42 hectares and falls under the 712302 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jot Kamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jot Kamal
As per Census 2011, Jot Kamal village has a total population of 385 people, consisting of 182 males and 203 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 269 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jot Kamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 385 | 182 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 139 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 43 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Jot Kamal
Jot Kamal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana Shyampur | North-West | 0.56 km |
| Tegachhi Bhabanipur | South | 0.76 km |
| Purba Kalikapur | North-East | 0.87 km |
| Gotpur | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Harpur | North | 1.32 km |
| Purba Banpur | West | 1.34 km |
| Samaspur | East | 1.56 km |
| Kankrakuli | South | 1.61 km |
| Dipa | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Simla | North-West | 1.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jot Kamal
Jot Kamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sibaichandi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tarakeswar to Jot Kamal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Jot Kamal is about 36.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jot Kamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jot Kamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jot Kamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jot Kamal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jot Kamal
Where is Jot Kamal located?
Jot Kamal village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jot Kamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Jot Kamal is Somaspur-ii.
What is the pincode of Jot Kamal?
The pincode of Jot Kamal is 712302.
What is the population of Jot Kamal?
Jot Kamal has a total population of 385, including 182 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Jot Kamal?
There are 95 households in Jot Kamal.
What is the literacy rate in Jot Kamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jot Kamal is 69.87%. Male literacy is 76.37% and female literacy is 64.04%.