Joargor - Uluberia - II, Howrah
Joargor is a village situated in the Uluberia - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.5 km from Uluberia and around 32.6 km from Howrah. Joyargori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joargor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joargor is 332924. The village covers a total geographical area of 458.96 hectares and falls under the 711303 pincode. Bagnan is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Joargor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uluberia Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joargor
As per Census 2011, Joargor village has a total population of 6,294 people, consisting of 3,204 males and 3,090 females. The village has 1,485 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 701 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,212 literate and 2,082 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,304 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joargor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,294 | 3,204 | 3,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 701 | 344 | 357 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,304 | 1,683 | 1,621 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,212 | 2,287 | 1,925 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,082 | 917 | 1,165 |
Nearby Villages of Joargor
Joargor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nayachak | South | 1.63 km |
| Barbangalpur | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Jagarampur | North | 1.82 km |
| Chak.bhagabatipur | West | 1.86 km |
| Baragram | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Karatber | East | 2.13 km |
| Madhubati | South | 2.31 km |
| Amraberia | South | 2.56 km |
| Palara | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Malanchabere | South-East | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Joargor
Joargor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bir Shibpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagnan to Joargor is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Joargor is about 32.6 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joargor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joargor 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Joargor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joargor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Joargor
Where is Joargor located?
Joargor village is located in Uluberia - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joargor?
The Gram Panchayat of Joargor is Joyargori.
What is the pincode of Joargor?
The pincode of Joargor is 711303.
What is the population of Joargor?
Joargor has a total population of 6,294, including 3,204 males and 3,090 females.
How many households are there in Joargor?
There are 1,485 households in Joargor.
What is the literacy rate in Joargor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joargor is 66.92%. Male literacy is 71.38% and female literacy is 62.30%.