Jaykrishnapur - Goghat - I, Hooghly
Jaykrishnapur is a village situated in the Goghat - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.6 km from Goghat and around 86.5 km from Chinsura. Kumarsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaykrishnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaykrishnapur is 324082. The village covers a total geographical area of 429.3 hectares and falls under the 712616 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jaykrishnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jaykrishnapur
As per Census 2011, Jaykrishnapur village has a total population of 2,738 people, consisting of 1,414 males and 1,324 females. The village has 577 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,986 literate and 752 illiterate residents. Additionally, 799 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaykrishnapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,738 | 1,414 | 1,324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 119 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 799 | 407 | 392 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,986 | 1,129 | 857 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 285 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Jaykrishnapur
Jaykrishnapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bara Kumursa | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Barama | South | 1.56 km |
| Teligram | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Mathura | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Dhulepur | East | 1.83 km |
| Lakshmipur | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Purbba Amarpur | East | 1.99 km |
| Badla | West | 2.00 km |
| Shyambati | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Mohanpur | South-West | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jaykrishnapur
Jaykrishnapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Jaykrishnapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Jaykrishnapur is about 86.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaykrishnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaykrishnapur 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 Jaykrishnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaykrishnapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jaykrishnapur
Where is Jaykrishnapur located?
Jaykrishnapur village is located in Goghat - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaykrishnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaykrishnapur is Kumarsa.
What is the pincode of Jaykrishnapur?
The pincode of Jaykrishnapur is 712616.
What is the population of Jaykrishnapur?
Jaykrishnapur has a total population of 2,738, including 1,414 males and 1,324 females.
How many households are there in Jaykrishnapur?
There are 577 households in Jaykrishnapur.
What is the literacy rate in Jaykrishnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaykrishnapur is 72.53%. Male literacy is 79.84% and female literacy is 64.73%.