Jagatpur - Khanakul - II, Hooghly
Jagatpur is a village situated in the Khanakul - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.1 km from Khanakul and around 88.2 km from Chinsura. Jagatpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagatpur is 325907. The village covers a total geographical area of 568.94 hectares and falls under the 712417 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jagatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jagatpur
As per Census 2011, Jagatpur village has a total population of 7,142 people, consisting of 3,517 males and 3,625 females. The village has 1,641 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 811 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,840 literate and 2,302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,693 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,142 | 3,517 | 3,625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 811 | 435 | 376 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,693 | 1,306 | 1,387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,840 | 2,600 | 2,240 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,302 | 917 | 1,385 |
Nearby Villages of Jagatpur
Jagatpur 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 Jagatpur
Jagatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Jagatpur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Jagatpur is about 88.2 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 Jagatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jagatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jagatpur
Where is Jagatpur located?
Jagatpur village is located in Khanakul - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagatpur?
Jagatpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jagatpur?
The pincode of Jagatpur is 712417.
What is the population of Jagatpur?
Jagatpur has a total population of 7,142, including 3,517 males and 3,625 females.
How many households are there in Jagatpur?
There are 1,641 households in Jagatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jagatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagatpur is 67.77%. Male literacy is 73.93% and female literacy is 61.79%.