Jajan

Jajan is a village located in Bharatpur I subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Bharatpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jajan village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Jajan village is also a gram panchayat.

Jajan has its own place in the vibrant Murshidabad 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 Jajan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jajan is 315751. The village spans a total geographical area of 444.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742140. Kandi is nearest town to Jajan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

When it comes to local governance, Jajan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Burwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Baharampur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Jajan

Below is a concise population overview of Jajan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,318 2,221 2,097
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 457 249 208
Scheduled Castes (SC) 972 481 491
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 165 84 81
Literate Population 2,594 1,427 1,167
Illiterate Population 1,724 794 930

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jajan village:

  • The total population of Jajan village is around 4,318, including approximately 2,221 males and 2,097 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 457 children aged 0–6 years in Jajan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jajan village has 972 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 165 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jajan village is about 60.07%, with male literacy at 64.25% and female literacy at 55.65%.
  • There are around 1,010 households in Jajan village.

Connectivity of Jajan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jajan. As per the 2011 stats, Jajan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jajan

Knowing the nearby villages of Jajan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jajan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Jajan

Where is Jajan located?
Jajan village is situated in Bharatpur I Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jajan?
Jajan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jajan?
The pincode of Jajan is 742140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jajan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jajan is 4,318, with 2,221 males and 2,097 females.
How many households are there in Jajan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jajan village has a total of 1,010 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jajan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jajan is 60.07%. The male literacy rate is 64.25%, while the female literacy rate is 55.65%.