Jot Narasinha - English Bazar, Malda
Jot Narasinha is a village situated in the English Bazar subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.7 km from Malda and around 8.3 km from English Bazar. Kotwali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jot Narasinha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jot Narasinha is 313366. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.9 hectares and falls under the 732144 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jot Narasinha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Englishbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Dakshin Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jot Narasinha
As per Census 2011, Jot Narasinha village has a total population of 869 people, consisting of 484 males and 385 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 795 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 464 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 697 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jot Narasinha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 | 484 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 66 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 697 | 393 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 270 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 214 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Jot Narasinha
Jot Narasinha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahazalalpur | East | 0.61 km |
| Daibakipur | North-West | 0.87 km |
| Uttar Nazirpur | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Narhatta | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Khalimpur | South | 1.81 km |
| Khorda Jalalpur | West | 1.85 km |
| Jot Gopal | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Arapur | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Shyampur | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Malihat | North-West | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jot Narasinha
Jot Narasinha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Old Malda, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.5 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Jot Narasinha is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Jot Narasinha is about 8.3 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jot Narasinha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jot Narasinha 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 Jot Narasinha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jot Narasinha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jot Narasinha
Where is Jot Narasinha located?
Jot Narasinha village is located in English Bazar Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jot Narasinha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jot Narasinha is Kotwali.
What is the pincode of Jot Narasinha?
The pincode of Jot Narasinha is 732144.
What is the population of Jot Narasinha?
Jot Narasinha has a total population of 869, including 484 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Jot Narasinha?
There are 197 households in Jot Narasinha.
What is the literacy rate in Jot Narasinha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jot Narasinha is 53.39%. Male literacy is 55.79% and female literacy is 50.39%.