Jot Balaram - Habibpur, Malda
Jot Balaram is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.1 km from Habibpur and around 30.7 km from English Bazar. Dhumpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jot Balaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jot Balaram is 313057. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 732122 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Jot Balaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jot Balaram
As per Census 2011, Jot Balaram village has a total population of 107 people, consisting of 53 males and 54 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jot Balaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 24 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Jot Balaram
Jot Balaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amdahi | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Benodpur | East | 1.48 km |
| Basudebpur | East | 1.73 km |
| Kanchanpur | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Shyamsundarpur | North | 2.24 km |
| Jagannathpur | South | 2.37 km |
| Kamardanga | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Rajhat | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Sundipur | East | 2.64 km |
| Srirampur | North-East | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jot Balaram
Public transport in the Jot Balaram is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pandabeswar, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Jot Balaram is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Jot Balaram is about 30.7 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 Jot Balaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jot Balaram 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 Balaram
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 Balaram 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jot Balaram
Where is Jot Balaram located?
Jot Balaram village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jot Balaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Jot Balaram is Dhumpur.
What is the pincode of Jot Balaram?
The pincode of Jot Balaram is 732122.
What is the population of Jot Balaram?
Jot Balaram has a total population of 107, including 53 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Jot Balaram?
There are 28 households in Jot Balaram.
What is the literacy rate in Jot Balaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jot Balaram is 49.53%. Male literacy is 54.72% and female literacy is 44.44%.