Jatarpur - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Jatarpur is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.4 km from Polba and around 17.6 km from Chinsura. Polba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jatarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jatarpur is 325125. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.11 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jatarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jatarpur
As per Census 2011, Jatarpur village has a total population of 289 people, consisting of 144 males and 145 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jatarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 289 | 144 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 124 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 20 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Jatarpur
Jatarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirzzapur | North-East | 0.72 km |
| Hadilpur | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Mirkhila | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Saranpur | North | 1.66 km |
| Paunan | East | 1.75 km |
| Khatni | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Dhanijpur | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Popai | West | 2.07 km |
| Bali Kukhari | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Ichhpur | South | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jatarpur
Public transport in the Jatarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Talandu, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chinsurah to Jatarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Jatarpur is about 17.6 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 Jatarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jatarpur 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 Jatarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jatarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jatarpur
Where is Jatarpur located?
Jatarpur village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jatarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jatarpur is Polba.
What is the pincode of Jatarpur?
The pincode of Jatarpur is 712305.
What is the population of Jatarpur?
Jatarpur has a total population of 289, including 144 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Jatarpur?
There are 73 households in Jatarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jatarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jatarpur is 82.70%. Male literacy is 86.11% and female literacy is 79.31%.