Jotghasi
Jotghasi is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.6km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 31.2km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Majhra is the gram panchayat of Jotghasi village.
Jotghasi has its own place in the vibrant Maldah region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jotghasi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jotghasi is 312723. The village spans a total geographical area of 43.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732124. Old Malda is nearest town to Jotghasi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Jotghasi
Below is a concise population overview of Jotghasi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 231 | 115 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 89 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 26 | 55 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jotghasi village:
- The total population of Jotghasi village is around 231, including approximately 115 males and 116 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 38 children aged 0–6 years in Jotghasi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jotghasi village has 62 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 128 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jotghasi village is about 64.94%, with male literacy at 77.39% and female literacy at 52.59%.
- There are around 53 households in Jotghasi village.
Connectivity of Jotghasi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jotghasi. As per the 2011 stats, Jotghasi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jotghasi
Knowing the nearby villages of Jotghasi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jotghasi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jotghasi
- Where is Jotghasi located?
- Jotghasi village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jotghasi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jotghasi is Majhra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jotghasi?
- The pincode of Jotghasi is 732124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jotghasi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jotghasi is 231, with 115 males and 116 females.
- How many households are there in Jotghasi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jotghasi village has a total of 53 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jotghasi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jotghasi is 64.94%. The male literacy rate is 77.39%, while the female literacy rate is 52.59%.