Araji Jotchandi - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Araji Jotchandi is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.5 km from Polba and around 12 km from Chinsura. Amnan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Araji Jotchandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Araji Jotchandi is 325177. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.88 hectares and falls under the 712148 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Araji Jotchandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Araji Jotchandi
According to the 2011 Census, Araji Jotchandi village had a total population of 44 people, including 25 males and 19 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 760 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.50%, with male literacy at 86.96% and female literacy at 64.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Araji Jotchandi
Araji Jotchandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramnagar | East | 0.91 km |
| Amnan | North-West | 0.95 km |
| Barun Napara | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Kashwara | South | 1.36 km |
| Soa | North | 1.66 km |
| Kedarnagar | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Paunan | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Bhaturia | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Maheswarbati | South | 2.48 km |
| Ochai | North | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Araji Jotchandi
Public transport in the Araji Jotchandi is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Hooghly, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chinsurah to Araji Jotchandi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Araji Jotchandi is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Araji Jotchandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Araji Jotchandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Araji Jotchandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Araji Jotchandi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Araji Jotchandi
Where is Araji Jotchandi located?
Araji Jotchandi village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Araji Jotchandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Araji Jotchandi is Amnan.
What is the pincode of Araji Jotchandi?
The pincode of Araji Jotchandi is 712148.
What is the population of Araji Jotchandi?
Araji Jotchandi had a total population of 44, including 25 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Araji Jotchandi?
Araji Jotchandi had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Araji Jotchandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Araji Jotchandi was 77.50%. Male literacy was 86.96% and female literacy was 64.71%.