Jot
Jot is a village located in English Bazar subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.2km away from sub-district headquarter Malda (tehsildar office) and 5.7km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Kotwali is the gram panchayat of Jot village.
Here you can discover what makes Jot unique in its vibrant English Bazar-Maldah region. You’ll see Jot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jot is 313386. The village spans a total geographical area of 39.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732206. Malda is nearest town to Jot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Jot
Population of Jot
According to the 2011 Census, Jot has a total population of about 1,479, with approximately 762 males and 717 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,181 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.62%, with male literacy at about 80.71% and female literacy near 74.34%. There are around 343 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,479 | 762 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 63 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,181 | 625 | 556 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,148 | 615 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 147 | 184 |
Connectivity of Jot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jot. As per the 2011 stats, Jot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jot
Knowing the nearby villages of Jot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jot
- Where is Jot located?
- Jot village is situated in English Bazar Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jot is Kotwali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jot?
- The pincode of Jot is 732206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jot is 1,479, with 762 males and 717 females.
- How many households are there in Jot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jot village has a total of 343 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jot is 77.62%. The male literacy rate is 80.71%, while the female literacy rate is 74.34%.