Jot Kanai
Jot Kanai is a village located in Domkal subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Domkal are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jot Kanai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dhulauri is the gram panchayat of Jot Kanai village.
Here you can discover what makes Jot Kanai unique in its vibrant Domkal-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Jot Kanai’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 Kanai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jot Kanai is 314674. The village spans a total geographical area of 696.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742303. Domkal is nearest town to Jot Kanai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jot Kanai 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 Raninagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Murshidabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jot Kanai
Population of Jot Kanai
According to the 2011 Census, Jot Kanai has a total population of about 6,170, with approximately 3,142 males and 3,028 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 899 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 32. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.29%, with male literacy at about 45.29% and female literacy near 43.26%. There are around 1,456 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jot Kanai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,170 | 3,142 | 3,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 899 | 454 | 445 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,112 | 598 | 514 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 2,733 | 1,423 | 1,310 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,437 | 1,719 | 1,718 |
Connectivity of Jot Kanai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jot Kanai. As per the 2011 stats, Jot Kanai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jot Kanai
Knowing the nearby villages of Jot Kanai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jot Kanai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jot Kanai
- Where is Jot Kanai located?
- Jot Kanai village is situated in Domkal Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jot Kanai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jot Kanai is Dhulauri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jot Kanai?
- The pincode of Jot Kanai is 742303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jot Kanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jot Kanai is 6,170, with 3,142 males and 3,028 females.
- How many households are there in Jot Kanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jot Kanai village has a total of 1,456 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jot Kanai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jot Kanai is 44.29%. The male literacy rate is 45.29%, while the female literacy rate is 43.26%.