Joy Krishnapur - Shyampur - I, Howrah
Joy Krishnapur is a village situated in the Shyampur - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.7 km from Shyampur and around 46.5 km from Howrah. Nabagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joy Krishnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joy Krishnapur is 333173. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.13 hectares and falls under the 711315 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Joy Krishnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uluberia Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joy Krishnapur
According to the 2011 Census, Joy Krishnapur village had a total population of 1,728 people, including 884 males and 844 females, living in 397 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.80%, with male literacy at 92.57% and female literacy at 80.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 268.
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 | 1,728 | 884 | 844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 76 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 131 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,368 | 748 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 136 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Joy Krishnapur
Joy Krishnapur 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 Joy Krishnapur
Joy Krishnapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uluberia to Joy Krishnapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Joy Krishnapur is about 46.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joy Krishnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joy Krishnapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Joy Krishnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joy Krishnapur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Joy Krishnapur
Where is Joy Krishnapur located?
Joy Krishnapur village is located in Shyampur - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Joy Krishnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Joy Krishnapur is Nabagram.
What is the pincode of Joy Krishnapur?
The pincode of Joy Krishnapur is 711315.
What is the population of Joy Krishnapur?
Joy Krishnapur had a total population of 1,728, including 884 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Joy Krishnapur?
Joy Krishnapur had 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joy Krishnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joy Krishnapur was 86.80%. Male literacy was 92.57% and female literacy was 80.73%.