Gartali Jalpes - Maynaguri, Jalpaiguri
Gartali Jalpes is a village situated in the Maynaguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maynaguri and around 21.4 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Madhabdanga-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gartali Jalpes village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gartali Jalpes is 307570. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.9 hectares and falls under the 735224 pincode. Maynaguri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gartali Jalpes village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gartali Jalpes
As per Census 2011, Gartali Jalpes village has a total population of 1,696 people, consisting of 855 males and 841 females. The village has 420 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,158 literate and 538 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,248 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gartali Jalpes are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,696 | 855 | 841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 107 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,248 | 634 | 614 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,158 | 623 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 538 | 232 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Gartali Jalpes
Gartali Jalpes 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paschim Salbari | South | 1.73 km |
| Purbba Salbari | East | 1.83 km |
| Uttar Bhuskadanga | West | 1.85 km |
| Basilardanga | North | 2.49 km |
| Dakshin Bhuskadanga | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Nirendrapur | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Bhangamali | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Paschim Harmati | South | 4.00 km |
| Dakshin Madhabdanga | West | 4.02 km |
| Purbba Harmati | South | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gartali Jalpes
Gartali Jalpes is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is New Maynaguri, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Maynaguri to Gartali Jalpes is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Gartali Jalpes is about 21.4 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 Gartali Jalpes
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gartali Jalpes village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gartali Jalpes
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gartali Jalpes 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gartali Jalpes
Where is Gartali Jalpes located?
Gartali Jalpes village is located in Maynaguri Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gartali Jalpes?
The Gram Panchayat of Gartali Jalpes is Madhabdanga-i.
What is the pincode of Gartali Jalpes?
The pincode of Gartali Jalpes is 735224.
What is the population of Gartali Jalpes?
Gartali Jalpes has a total population of 1,696, including 855 males and 841 females.
How many households are there in Gartali Jalpes?
There are 420 households in Gartali Jalpes.
What is the literacy rate in Gartali Jalpes?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gartali Jalpes is 68.28%. Male literacy is 72.87% and female literacy is 63.61%.