Jot Kandarpapur - Habibpur, Malda
Jot Kandarpapur is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.4 km from Habibpur and around 24.1 km from English Bazar. Sreerampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jot Kandarpapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jot Kandarpapur is 313188. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.1 hectares and falls under the 732122 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Jot Kandarpapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maldaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jot Kandarpapur
According to the 2011 Census, Jot Kandarpapur village had a total population of 333 people, including 162 males and 171 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.40%, with male literacy at 47.62% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 330.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 333 | 162 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 36 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 330 | 161 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 60 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 102 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Jot Kandarpapur
Jot Kandarpapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Chandpur | North-West | 0.75 km |
| Pathar Bhabsa | North | 0.98 km |
| Pathar Banpur | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Banpur | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Komarpur | South | 1.43 km |
| Srikrishnapur | West | 1.64 km |
| Pathar Niabati | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Jagadishpur | North | 1.80 km |
| Janakibati | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Sitalpur | North-East | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jot Kandarpapur
Jot Kandarpapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gour Malda, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Englishbazar to Jot Kandarpapur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Jot Kandarpapur is about 24.1 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 Jot Kandarpapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jot Kandarpapur 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 Kandarpapur
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 Kandarpapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jot Kandarpapur
Where is Jot Kandarpapur located?
Jot Kandarpapur village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jot Kandarpapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jot Kandarpapur is Sreerampur.
What is the pincode of Jot Kandarpapur?
The pincode of Jot Kandarpapur is 732122.
What is the population of Jot Kandarpapur?
Jot Kandarpapur had a total population of 333, including 162 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Jot Kandarpapur?
Jot Kandarpapur had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jot Kandarpapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jot Kandarpapur was 35.40%. Male literacy was 47.62% and female literacy was 25.00%.