Junglee Mohal - Rajganj, Jalpaiguri
Junglee Mohal is a village situated in the Rajganj subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajganj and around 40.7 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Dabgram-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Junglee Mohal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Junglee Mohal is 306856. The village covers a total geographical area of 25305.8 hectares and falls under the 735133 pincode. Sliguri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Junglee Mohal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Junglee Mohal
As per Census 2011, Junglee Mohal village has a total population of 21,408 people, consisting of 10,965 males and 10,443 females. The village has 4,575 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,952 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,273 literate and 9,135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11,230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,223 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Junglee Mohal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,408 | 10,965 | 10,443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,952 | 1,490 | 1,462 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11,230 | 5,867 | 5,363 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,223 | 2,091 | 2,132 |
| Literate Population | 12,273 | 6,981 | 5,292 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,135 | 3,984 | 5,151 |
Nearby Villages of Junglee Mohal
Junglee Mohal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gojaldoba Tea Garden | East | 7.47 km |
| Hanskhali | North-East | 7.65 km |
| Lalitabari | South | 7.73 km |
| Mantadari | South | 7.79 km |
| Saogaon | North-East | 7.81 km |
| Apalchand | East | 9.57 km |
| Simulguri | South | 9.69 km |
| Saogaon Tea Garden | North-East | 9.90 km |
| Palash | West | 10.02 km |
| Kalagaity Tea Garden | North | 10.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Junglee Mohal
Junglee Mohal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Siliguru Town, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sliguri to Junglee Mohal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Junglee Mohal is about 40.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Junglee Mohal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Junglee Mohal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Junglee Mohal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Junglee Mohal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Junglee Mohal
Where is Junglee Mohal located?
Junglee Mohal village is located in Rajganj Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Junglee Mohal?
The Gram Panchayat of Junglee Mohal is Dabgram-i.
What is the pincode of Junglee Mohal?
The pincode of Junglee Mohal is 735133.
What is the population of Junglee Mohal?
Junglee Mohal has a total population of 21,408, including 10,965 males and 10,443 females.
How many households are there in Junglee Mohal?
There are 4,575 households in Junglee Mohal.
What is the literacy rate in Junglee Mohal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Junglee Mohal is 57.33%. Male literacy is 63.67% and female literacy is 50.68%.